1909 5C PR(PCGS#3907)

June 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3131

Grade

PR67+

Price

2,196

Lot Description

Exquisite bright silver surfaces are brilliant with abundant eye appeal. Fully struck, as befits the method of manufacture, even the most intricate design elements are sharply rendered. The fields are semi-reflective and support lightly frosted motifs. With the highest mintage for the type at 4,763 pieces, it should come as no surprise that the 1909 is the most plentiful Proof Liberty Head nickel overall. However, quality among the survivors varies considerably, and most were not handled with sufficient care to warrant a Superb Gem grade from the major certification services, as we see with the present example. Expertly produced, as well, this is an impressive condition rarity worthy of the strongest bids.