1896 5C J-1770 PR(PCGS#62224)

The Summer 2022 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

9536

Grade

PR62

Price

1,920

Lot Description

1896 Pattern Five Cents. Judd-1770, Pollock-1987. Rarity-6-. Nickel-Copper Alloy. Plain Edge. Proof-62 (PCGS). 75% copper, 25% nickel. Obv:A scroll inscribed LIBERTY crosses a Federal shield, behind which are two crossed poles topped with a liberty cap and eagle. The Latin motto E PLURIBUS UNUM is above, the date 1896 is below, and 13 stars are arranged at the border seven left, six right. Rev:A curved olive sprig encloses the denomination 5 CENTS with the legend UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around the border. Semi-reflective in finish beneath a dusting of pretty iridescent gold toning. PCGS# 62224. NGC ID: 2AMB. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.