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What is the Reverse of a Coin?

From , former About.com Guide

Definition: The reverse is the back, bottom, or "tails" side of a coin; the opposite of the portrait, or obverse side.

See also: How to Tell Which Side of a Coin is the Obverse When There's no Portrait?
Also Known As: tails
Examples:
The Jefferson Nickel has Thomas Jefferson's residence, Monticello, on its reverse.

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