Owner Comments:
1883 5C
Judd-1717, Pollock-1922
Rarity: High R.6, PR66 Cam CAC Endorsed
Ex: Simpson.
Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Obverse: Identical to regular issue Liberty nickel
Reverse: Similar to the adopted design with the Roman Numeral V in the cantered of a wreath of corn wheat and cotton, but the Roman numeral V is slightly smaller and with a scroll across it inscribed CENTS.
Comment:
This “CENTS” was an added feature that was left off the adopted design but changed later in the year to deter unscrupulous people that reeded the edges, gold plated the coins (without CENTS), and passed them off as half eagles.
The fields are bright and reflective with pronounced mint frost over the devices, which gives the coin a noticeable cameo contrast. Strongly struck throughout. Pale lavender patina is seen across each side.
Provenance/Appearance
From the Bob Simpson Collection Heritage April 2021 CSNS Signature Auction / Lot# 4308