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U.S. Type Set
June 18, 2025
Coin: 3-Cent Nickel (1865)
Grade Est.: MS-63 (raw)
Price Paid: $175
The 3-Cent Nickel was minted from 1865 to 1889 to help address coin shortages following the Civil War. It replaced the unpopular silver 3-cent piece and was made of 75% copper and 25% nickel. All 3-Cent Nickels were minted in Philadelphia.
Grade Est.: MS-63 (raw)
Price Paid: $175
The 3-Cent Nickel was minted from 1865 to 1889 to help address coin shortages following the Civil War. It replaced the unpopular silver 3-cent piece and was made of 75% copper and 25% nickel. All 3-Cent Nickels were minted in Philadelphia.