© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Cents "1866 Shield Nickel With Rays" Pattern; bronze
1866 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1866 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#290494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Large "5" within rays and stars (same as regular issue coin).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
5
CENTS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1866 Shield Nickel With Rays pattern coin is that it was designed by sculptor and engraver James B. Longacre, who also designed the Indian Head cent and the Flying Eagle cent.
