The Legacy of Three Cent Nickels (1865-1889): A Unique Chapter in American Coinage
Three Cent Nickels (1865-1889) The Three Cent Nickel was in circulation from 1865, when the U. S. Mint placed it on the market, until 1889. The mint was also issuing a three-cent small silver coin during the years 1865–1873. As the series was issued by the mint for a period of 25 years, it has … Read more