1916 5C JD-1, High R.2, PR68 PCGS. CAC....

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1916 Buffalo Nickel, Colorful PR68
Lowest-Mintage Matte Proof Issue
Among the Finest Certified, CAC Endorsed

1916 5C JD-1, High R.2, PR68 PCGS. CAC. Colorful iridescence encircles the central motifs on both the obverse and the reverse of this Superb Gem proof nickel. Violet and canary-yellow accents join sunset-gold and ice-blue hues that gleam across satin-smooth, fully struck surfaces. The 600-piece mintage is by far the smallest among all proof Buffalo nickels. Possibly, not all of the 1916 proofs were sold. This is an exceptional survivor that is tied for the numerical finest at either PCGS or NGC. PCGS reports a single proof graded 68+ and CAC shows only one other MS68 receiving its approval. It is nearly impossible to find a single flaw or distraction on this spectacular example. The fields are especially vibrant for the matte proof format. This coin is housed in a previous generation PCGS green label holder. PCGS Population: 11 in 68 (1 in 68+), 0 finer. CAC: 2 in 68, 0 finer (9/24).
From The Greensboro Collection, Part XI.

Coin Index Numbers: (Variety PCGS# 103094, Base PCGS# 3993)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel

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