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1896 Liberty Nickel, PR67 Deep Cameo
Virtually Flawless Preservation

1896 5C PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. Proof nickel production dipped to just 1,862 pieces in 1896, but the striking quality is often excellent, which makes this date an ideal candidate for type purposes. This example, however, ranks as the single finest of just four Deep Cameo representatives at PCGS; NGC has similarly seen just three Ultra Cameo pieces, also with just one achieving the PR67 grade level (9/14). Neither service has graded a numerically finer example, regardless of field-device contrast.

This piece showcases frost-white motifs set against deeply mirrored recesses. The strike is bold throughout, and just a trace of light golden color graces the extreme outer peripheries. Surface marks are nonexistent, though a couple small, threadlike strike-throughs are noted, one on the reverse amid the E in CENTS and the smaller one on Liberty's chin. Overall, this is an immensely appealing Deep Cameo proof.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2786, PCGS# 93894, Greysheet# 3026)

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13oz
Mintage: 1,862


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
October, 2014
8th-13th Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
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Sold on Oct 9, 2014 for: $9,987.50
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