1866 Three Cent Patterns

About This Coin

The 1866 Three Cent Patterns is a United States cent from the Reconstruction Era Patterns (1866-1869) series. Produced at the Philadelphia Mint. The obverse features experimental designs exploring post-war coinage concepts and the reverse displays various experimental designs including nickel and aluminum compositions. A notable auction result reached $7.5K in PR55 grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by Various Mint engravers.