1883 5C Shield PR(PCGS#3838)

August 2018 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Philadelphia, PA

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

577

Grade

PR67

Price

1,080

Lot Description

1883 Shield Nickel. Proof-67 (NGC). Brilliant apart from the lightest champagne iridescence, this dreamy Superb Gem also offers razor sharp striking detail and virtually pristine surfaces. Popular for specimen type purposes as the final Proof Shield nickel, the 1883 has a generous mintage of 5,419 pieces. NGC Census: 48; 2 finer in this category (Proof-68 finest). PCGS# 3838. NGC ID: 276Z. Click here for certification details from NGC.