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Aesthetically Pleasing 1918/7-D Nickel, MS64

1918/7-D 5C MS64 PCGS. FS-101, formerly FS-016.5. Nearly every 20th century coinage series has many unusual and exciting varieties. Just take a look at the Breen Complete Encyclopedia and the other excellent books about 20th century varieties, especially the Cherrypickers' Guide. However, relatively few of the many varieties listed in those books are actually included in the Guide Book, and such a listing is a badge of distinction for any individual variety. For example, the 2009 Guide Book only lists seven individual varieties, but the fifth edition of the Cherrypickers' Guide records 52 different Buffalo nickel variants.
Another factor that is important to the popularity and desirability of any variety is the period of time that the variety has been listed in the Guide Book. The 1914/3 overdate was first listed in the 1998 Guide Book, the 1935 Doubled Die and the 1936-D 3-1/2 Leg varieties were first listed in 1994, the 1916 Doubled Die was first listed in 1978, the 1938-D/S Buffalo was first listed in 1963, the 1937-D Three-Legged variety was first listed in the 1949 third edition, and the 1918/7-D overdate has been listed in every Guide Book since the 1947 first edition.
While the 1918/7-D overdate is in high demand across the entire grade spectrum from VG to Mint State, it is also a major rarity in all Mint State grades. This gorgeous piece has wonderful satin luster with light blue and greenish-gold at the centers, framed by lighter peripheral gold at the borders. The diagnostic die crack on the Indian's cheek extends nearly to the mouth. The strike is sharp, and the aesthetic appeal is excellent. Population: 31 in 64, 3 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N10218)

Coin Index Numbers: (PCGS# 3939, Greysheet# 3115)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

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