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1868 Five Cents in Copper
Judd-632, PR65 Brown

1868 5C Five Cents, Judd-632, Pollock-702, High R.7, PR65 Brown PCGS. Ex: Simpson. This rare pattern was an attempt to unify the designs of the two nickel alloy denominations. The obverse bears a strong resemblance to the three cent nickel, except in larger format. The reverse features a large Roman V within a wreath, similar to the later Liberty nickel, but the wreath is larger and there are no peripheral legends. A six-pointed star and scrollwork tops the wreath. Struck in copper with a plain edge. Today at least a half dozen examples are known. This is a highly attractive piece whose fields are bright and reflective and serve to enhance the light blue and lilac-brown patina seen over each side.
Ex: Estate of Corrado Romano (Stack's, 6/1987), lot 849; Rogers M. Fred Collection (Bowers and Ruddy, 11/1995), lot 2225; unknown intermediaries; ANA Signature (Heritage, 8/2021), lot 3099.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 29NM, PCGS# 60849, Greysheet# 13183)


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
January, 2026
14th-17th Wednesday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 17
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Jan 16, 2026 for: $5,612.00
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