1861 3 Cents Silver Coin - Civil War Era - Shield Star In Oversize Capsule NITO

Description

Mini Coin - Smaller then a dime - On the coin’s obverse, the main feature is the image of a large 6-pointed star. Resting within the center of the star you will notice a rather small image of the United States Shield as it existed back in 1861. Around the outside of the central imagery there is a raised inscription reading “United States of America.” On the bottom of the obverse there is another inscription, this one marking the 1861 year of minting - - -
The coin’s reverse features a design that is very interesting as well as wholly unique. In the center there is an inscription marking the 3-cent face value, however the face value is marked by Roman Numerals rather than traditional numbers like you will find on most other US coins. The face value sits within the mouth of a large, fancy capital C - - -
1861 3 Cent Mini Silver Coin - Civil War Era In Fair Condition With Toning in Over Size Capsule - Item # NITO - Please view pictures . Zoom in to see the details - imperfections, flaws, toning and ask questions prior to bidding - Thank you - after all it’s 160 years old - - -
Civil War Era 3 cent Ungraded Small 14.3 mm 0.8 Grams