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1888 Liberty Nickel, MS66+
Tied for Second-Finest Certified

1888 5C MS66+ PCGS. CAC. This frosty Premium Gem has brilliant light gray luster under delicate champagne toning. The strike is exceptional, showing full hair and star details on the obverse, and nearly every kernel of corn in both branches of the wreath. While a single finer example resides in a PCGS holder, this piece is tied for the second finest certified and will hold a place of honor in a Set Registry collection. Population: 26 in 66 (3 in 66+), 1 finer. CAC: 11 in 66, 0 finer (5/16).(Registry values: N1793)

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

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13228oz
Mintage: 10,720,483


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
July, 2016
7th-10th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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