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For the same reason that most coins and bills have 13 stars - to represent the original 13 colonies. That's not true of all coins, though - the Sacajawea dollar has 17 stars, for the 17 states in existence at the time she guided Lewis and Clark.
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Nickel with 13 stars?
Two US nickels have 13 stars on them. The "Shield" nickel minted from 1866 to 1883 and the "Liberty Head" nickel minted from 1883 to 1912. Both nickel types were minted in 1883.
What is the value of 1905 gold coin with 13 stars on it?
Please post a new question with the coin's denomination. ALL 1905 U.S. gold coins had 13 stars on them. Also look on the back to see if there is a small S or D mint mark and include that in your posting.
Why does the 1829 penny have 13 stars?
The 13 stars stand for the first 13 states
What is the value of a 1906 silver coin with a lady with 13 stars around her?
Don't assume every old coin is made of silver. Your coin has a V on it because V is the Roman numeral for 5, so you have a nickel, made of plain old nickel and copper. It's most commonly called a Liberty nickel, but sometimes it's referred to as a "V nickel". See the Related Question for more details.
How many stars are there in the constellation Cetus?
There are hundreds of stars in Cetus, but there are 13 main stars that connect its body together.
Nickel with 13 stars?
Two US nickels have 13 stars on them. The "Shield" nickel minted from 1866 to 1883 and the "Liberty Head" nickel minted from 1883 to 1912. Both nickel types were minted in 1883.
What is a 1905 coin with 13 stars on the front and a v on the back?
it's a "V" nickelgo to the link to check out the vaulecoins.about.com/od/coinvalues/l/bl-liberty-head-v-nickel-values.htm - 27k -
What is the value of 1905 gold coin with 13 stars on it?
Please post a new question with the coin's denomination. ALL 1905 U.S. gold coins had 13 stars on them. Also look on the back to see if there is a small S or D mint mark and include that in your posting.
What did the US flag look like in 1905?
it looked cool with 48 stars and 13 stripes.
How much is 1906 nickel woman surrounded 13 stars worth?
It's a Liberty Head Nickel the date 1906 is very common, values are at $2.00-$5.00 for average coins
Who can you contact about the value of a 1905 liberty head nickel?
The 1905 Liberty Head nickel is considered common. Most circulated examples show heavy wear and have values of $1.00-$3.00.
What is a 1905 V coin?
A 1905 V coin is a Liberty Head nickel, the "V" is the Roman numeral 5.
I have silver coin with 13 stars on the front with women's head facing left dated 1900 Back has US.and wheat wreath What is it?
This coin is commonly called the Liberty Nickel, it is made of copper-Nickel, and became to be called the "V" Nickel
What is the value of a 1905 G nickel?
If the coin is a US nickel, the date 1905 can only be a Liberty Head nickel and mintmarks were not used until 1912 the last year it was made and no "G" mintmarks exist. Look at the coin again and post new question.
What is this coin what it worth 1901 liberty head with 13 stars on front wheat on back?
What you most likely have is a "V" or "Liberty Head" nickel, there is a V on the reverse, the roman numeral for 5 because a nickel is worth 5 cents.
What did the 13 stars stand for?
The 13 stars stand for the 13 colonies
What is the value of a 1911 and 1912 5 cent nickel with a woman's profile on one side surrounded by 13 stars and the Roman numeral?
Depends on condition from $25. To $350.
