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Premium Gem 1870 Shield Nickel
Rare in MS66

1870 5C MS66 PCGS. The 1870 Shield nickel is a scarce issue in all grades, and very rare at the Premium Gem level. NGC has certified six coins in MS66, with only one finer; while PCGS has graded eight examples in MS66, with none finer (12/09). The present coin features attractive olive-gray surfaces with strong mint luster. Many interesting obverse die cracks are evident.(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 22P4, PCGS# 3797, GSID# 2873)

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13228oz
Mintage: 4,806,000


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Auction Dates
January, 2010
6th-10th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 8
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