Image Information
| Type | Coin |
| Title | Lot 33022 |
| Date | 1878 |
| Country | U.S. |
| Service Catalog # | 3832 |
| Denomination | 5C |
| Description | 1878 5C PR64 NGC. The 1877 and 1878 Shield nickels consisted solely of proof coins, but the production figure was larger in 1878, with 2,350 pieces minted versus only 900 in 1877. This well struck near-Gem displays shimmering luster. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. Realized $1,762.50 . Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com. |
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