1865 Three-Cent Nickel

Updated September 29, 2026

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Lot number266
Auction10/1 Coin, Currency, & Jewelry
DateOctober 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT
Auction houseWildfire Auctions
LocationMilton, West Virginia

1865 United States three-cent nickel composed of a copper-nickel alloy. The obverse features the coronet head of Liberty facing left, encircled by the text UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and the date 1865. The reverse displays a Roman numeral III surrounded by a laurel wreath. Housed in a 2x2 coin flip holder with handwritten identification notes. Please see all item photos and reach out with any questions prior to bidding.

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