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Sharply Struck Gem Proof
1866 Rays Shield Nickel

1866 5C Rays PR65 PCGS. A Gem proof example of this popular first-year type, now believed made to the extent of 600 or more coins rather than the 125 that Breen promoted. This pinkish-gray, appealing example is sharply struck and relatively abrasion-free for the grade. Elusive in higher grades, although occasionally seen. Certified in a green-label holder. Population: 83 in 65, 40 finer (7/10).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 276G, PCGS# 3817, GSID# 2889)

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13228oz
Mintage: 600


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Auction Dates
August, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
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