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Magnificent Gem 1920-S Five Cent

1920-S 5C MS65 PCGS. An impressive Gem with gorgeous rainbow toning, full underlying satin luster, and excellent design detail that falls just short of a full strike. This piece is an exceptional example for the "informed connoisseur" as Dave Bowers writes in A Guide Book of Buffalo and Jefferson Nickels:

"The 1920-S is scarce in any Mint State grade, and when found is apt to have lightly defined details. Coins with sharp details are very rare, and seem to constitute only about 15% of the population. Luster and eye appeal are usually subpar. Here indeed, is a fantastic opportunity for the informed connoisseur."

The 1920-S is one of the keys to the Buffalo nickel series. This magnificent example will be the cornerstone to a high grade Buffalo collection. Population: 16 in 65, 1 finer (3/09).
From The Joseph C. Thomas Collection.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22RS, PCGS# 3946, GSID# 3121)

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13oz
Mintage: 9,689,000

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