1896 Liberty Head V Nickel Good
Numismatic
1896 Liberty Head V Nickel Good
The 1896 Liberty Head five-cent piece offers a fascinating glimpse into late nineteenth-century American coinage. Struck in Philadelphia, this base-metal coin contains no precious metal, yet it carries an artistic legacy shaped by Charles Barber. The design showcases a dignified profile of Liberty on the obverse, her hair adorned with a coronet or crown. On the reverse, the coin features the prominent Roman numeral V, representing its five-cent face value. This central numeral is encircled by a decorative wreath, which is itself surrounded by the traditional motto E Pluribus Unum and the national designation. This particular specimen survives in Good condition, showing the honest wear of a coin that actively circulated through the daily commerce of the late 1800s.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1896 |
| Grade | Good |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Cents |
| Metal | Other |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.95 mm |
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