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1879/8 5C
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Sold on Jan 4, 1996 for:
$495.00
Bid Source: Live: Floor bidder
Description
1879/8 PR 65 PCGS. A dazzling gem with considerable contrast detected on the obverse, unusual for an early proof from this metal. More of a curiosity than a rarity among Shield nickel proof issues, with high quality overdates actually outnumbering the regular date 1879.
Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22PG, PCGS# 3834, GSID# 2944)
Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13228oz
Auction Info
1996 F.U.N. Signature Sale #149 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
January, 1996
4th-6th
Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 2
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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