1918/7-D 5C FS-101 MS64 PCGS. CAC....

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1918/7-D Buffalo Nickel, MS64
Beautifully Toned CAC Rarity

1918/7-D 5C FS-101 MS64 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Gately Collection. While there are many condition rarities, none of the date and mintmark issues in the Buffalo nickel series are particularly challenging to acquire in the absolute sense. Some issues, such as the 1913-S Type Two, command a strong premium in low grades, but the coins are still usually available. Instead, the "stoppers" in this series are the major varieties, namely, the 1916 doubled die, the 1937-D Three-Legged, and the 1918/7-D. Of these, the doubled die and the overdate are the most difficult to acquire, particularly in high grade, and the 1918/7-D ranks among the most sought-after overdates of the 20th century.

The Cherrypickers' Guide describes FS-101:

"A very rare overdate, with the top of the 8 extending halfway up into the horizontal bar of the 7. The two 'ears' of the 7 show clearly, as well as the flat top surface of the 7. The diagonal of the 7 is straight, not curved, and appears on the right portion of the upper loop and the left half of the lower loop."

The overdate feature is sharp and clear on this piece, and the diagnostic die crack at the hair braid, "leading slightly downward on the Indian's jaw," is clear as well. Vivid multicolor toning appears on each side, including sun-gold, lilac, peach, and sea-green hues. Only minor strike softness is seen in the centers and on the tip of the upper feather, and there are no distracting abrasions. CAC endorsement adds even more to the appeal. The 1918/7-D is rare in MS64, and we have not seen a finer piece in nearly a decade. Population: 26 in 64 (3 in 64+), 5 finer. CAC: 5 in 64, 1 finer (7/22).

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22RJ, Variety PCGS# 38446, Base PCGS# 3939)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

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