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1888 Nickel, MS66+
A Single Coin Finer at PCGS

1888 5C MS66+ PCGS Secure. CAC. Bright silver surfaces are finely textured with coruscating luster and faint hints of gold. Liberty's portrait, the upper stars, and wreath elements all show crisp definition, while a touch of softness occurs over the lower obverse. Post-Mint contact is nearly unseen. The 1888 nickel was struck to the extent of 10.7 million coins, and yet only a handful survive this fine. Population: 22 in 66 (4 in 66+), 1 finer. CAC: 12 in 66, 0 finer (9/17).
From The Carnton Collection, Part II(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2774, PCGS# 3849, Greysheet# 2953)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
November, 2017
2nd-4th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 14
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Nov 2, 2017 for: $4,560.00
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