© PCGS
© PCGS
5 Cents "1884 Nickel" Pattern; aluminium
1884 year| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1884 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round with cutouts |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#254069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
"FIVE" and "CENTS" above and below octagonal hole, with United States Shields on either side.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE
CENTS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Cents "1884 Nickel" (Pattern; aluminum) 1884 from the United States, made of aluminum, is a unique and rare coin that was never put into circulation. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was produced as a prototype or sample for consideration as a regular issue coin, but ultimately it was not adopted for circulation. This coin is interesting because it represents a departure from the traditional metals used in coinage at the time, such as copper, nickel, and silver, and showcases the experimentation with alternative metals that were taking place during this era in numismatics.
