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| The nickel is one of the newest mint issues. Originally, the 5 cent piece was a very small silver piece, called the half dime. In 1866, due to silver shortages after the Civil War, a larger copper-nickel piece was minted. The composition has remained the same except during World War II, when it was made of silver, copper, and manganese. |
Shield Nickels
1866 to 1883
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Buffalo Nickels
1913 to 1938
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