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Superb Gem Proof 1879/8 Shield Nickel
Rare Cameo Example

1879/8 5C PR67 Cameo PCGS. A mintage of 3,200 proof Shield nickels was accomplished in 1879, with many examples showing some kind of repunching at the final digit. PCGS has certified this specimen as an overdate, but Q. David Bowers believes the final digit is a repunched 9. This sharply detailed Superb Gem features boldly contrasted mirrored fields and frosty devices. Population: 7 in 67 Cameo, 0 finer (7/11).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22PG, PCGS# 83834, GSID# 2945)

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


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
August, 2011
11th-14th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 14
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Aug 11, 2011 for: $3,450.00
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