1883 Shield Nickel – AU – Final Year of Issue – Raw U.S. Five-Cent CoinDescription: Offered here is an 1883 Shield Nickel in About Uncirculated (AU) condition a sharp, lightly circulated example from the final year of the series. Designed by James B. Longacre, the Shield Nickel was the first U. S. five cent coin struck in copper nickel alloy. This piece displays strong detail in the shield and star motifs, with faint wear on the high points and original mint luster in protected areas. A desirable 19th century coin