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1918-S Nickel, MS65+
Only One Numerically Finer at PCGS

1918-S 5C MS65+ PCGS. The 1918-S Buffalo nickel is one of the most challenging dates in the series to find well-struck. The San Francisco Mint apparently spaced the dies slightly further apart than usual to extend their working life. This, coupled with dies being consistently used well-beyond their normal wear limits, pretty much destined this date to be rare with pleasing definition. The present coin shows above-average sharpness for the issue, including a full horn, though the hair above the Indian's braid and the bison's shoulder lack the finer details. The obverse die appears quite fresh, though some minor die fatigue is noticed in the reverse recesses -- the undated reverse dies were frequently used longer than the obverses. Blended hues of lavender-blue and pale violet blanket much of each side, with a crescent of mint-gold is also seen along the lower-left obverse border. Overall, this is an appealing example of this conditionally rare San Francisco issue. Population: 35 in 65 (3 in 65+), 1 finer (11/14).(Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22RK, PCGS# 3940, Greysheet# 3117)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

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