1867 Shield Nickel – Good – No Rays Reverse – Raw U.S. Five-Cent CoinThe Shield Nickel was introduced in 1866, representing the first five cent denomination struck in nickel. After 1873, the coins became the sole denomination, following the discontinuation of the half dime Shield Nickel (1866 1883) Coin Specifications: Strike Type: Business Denomination: . 05 Composition: Copper, Nickel Mint Location: Philadelphia Description: Offered here is an 1867 Shield Nickel in Good (G) condition, featuring the No Rays reverse