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1873 5C Open 3 MS65 PCGS. CAC. With a mintage nearly nine times that of its Closed 3 counterpart, the 1873 Open 3 Shield nickel is substantially more available across the vast majority of grades. At the Gem level, however, both varieties are highly elusive. Pale nickel-green shadings visit the margins of this well struck example, while the reverse offers a hint of rose toning. Population: 27 in 65, 6 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 276C, PCGS# 3800, GSID# 2876)

Metal: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight: 5.00 grams
Weight: 0.13228oz
Mintage: 4,500,000


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
Apr-May, 2009
29th-3rd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Apr 30, 2009 for: $1,725.00
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