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1936 Type Two Nickel, PR68
Brilliant, Mirrored Surfaces

1936 5C Type Two -- Brilliant Finish PR68 PCGS. Following a two decade intermission with no proof coinage minted, the Philadelphia Mint resumed striking these special coins for collectors. Two versions were produced in 1936, having either a satin finish or a brilliant finish. This amazing Superb Gem is the second type, with deeply mirrored fields and satin devices. Both sides are fully brilliant, exhibiting wisps of champagne and pale blue toning. This extraordinary piece ranks high in the population, with only one finer PCGS example. Population: 7 in 68, 1 finer (11/15).(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 278Y, PCGS# 3995, Greysheet# 3156)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2016
6th-11th Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 17
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jan 7, 2016 for: $11,750.00
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