© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Cents "1866 Nickel" Pattern; copper
1866 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1866 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#295506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Large "5" in center, "CENTS" below, within laurel wreath, and motto above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST
5
CENTS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Cents "1866 Nickel" (Pattern; copper) 1866 from United States made of Copper is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated. It was designed by the U.S. Mint to test a new composition of copper and nickel, but the project was ultimately abandoned. As a result, only a small number of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors.
