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1896 Federal Shield Nickel Pattern
Judd-1770, PR63

1896 5C Five Cents, Judd-1770, Pollock-1987, Low R.6, PR63 PCGS. CAC. This Charles Barber design uses a Federal shield as its primary motif. Behind the shield are two crossed poles bearing a liberty cap and eagle. A scroll passing in front of the shield is inscribed LIBERTY. The denomination 5 CENTS is centered within a curved olive sprig on the reverse. Struck in a nickel alloy with a plain edge. USPatterns.com states this design was struck in "Nickel alloy including standard coin nickel and at least 6 varieties of German silver." This is a moderately reflective proof with even gray patina over each side.
From The A. James Evans Collection, Part II.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2AMB, PCGS# 62224, Greysheet# 15183)


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2015
7th-12th Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
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Sold on Jan 9, 2015 for: $2,585.00
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