Sandon's Proof Shield Nickels
1873

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Coin Details

Origin/Country: United States
Design Description: FIVE-CENT PIECES - SHIELD, NO RAYS
Item Description: 5C 1873 CLOSED 3
Full Grade: NGC PF 65
Owner: Sandon

Set Details

Custom Sets: This coin is not in any custom sets.
Competitive Sets: Sandon's Proof Shield Nickels   Score: 1284
Research: NGC Coin Explorer NGC Coin Price Guide
NGC US Coin Census for Shield Five Cents (1866-1883)

Owner Comments:

All proof and a minority of circulation strike 1873 Shield nickels have a "closed 3" in the date. At first glance this "3" may appear to be an "8", which is why it is said the "closed 3" was replaced with a more "open 3" on this and other denominations.

I acquired this coin through an internet auction in November 2020. It is a somewhat reflective, well struck piece. The holder bears a green CAC sticker. Photos courtesy of Stacks Bowers Galleries.

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