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5 Cents "1882 Liberty Nickel" Pattern
1882 year| - | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1882 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#124035 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Roman numeral 5 within wreath, motto at rim above, and fine denticals.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UMUM
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Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Cents "1882 Liberty Nickel" (Pattern) 1882 from United States is a rare and unique coin that was never circulated. It features a design that was ultimately rejected in favor of the more familiar Liberty Head design that was used on the regular issue nickels. This coin is considered a "pattern" coin, meaning it was struck as a trial or sample, and only a small number were produced. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and is considered a valuable piece of numismatic history.
