20 Cents
20 Cents "1864" (Pattern; nickel)
United States · 1874 · Base Metal
Weight unknown — can't compute a melt value to stack.
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Specifications
| Years | 1874 |
| Denomination | 20 Cents |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Gross weight | — |
Catalog data via Numista, where photos and mintage details are available.
About this coin’s value
This coin is composed of nickel. It carries no precious-metal melt value, so its worth is numismatic — driven by date, mint mark, grade and demand. For copper-era cents, the metal itself can exceed face value — see the copper penny calculator and our copper penny guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 20 Cents "1864" (Pattern; nickel) made of silver or gold?
No — the 20 Cents "1864" (Pattern; nickel) is nickel, so it carries no precious-metal melt value. Its worth is numismatic: driven by date, mint mark, grade and collector demand.
What years was the 20 Cents "1864" (Pattern; nickel) minted?
The 20 Cents "1864" (Pattern; nickel) was issued 1874.
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