Lot 178
1877 Nickel Three Cents. PCGS graded Proof 65. This appears to be the overdate, 1877 over 6, note the diagnostic repunched base of the 1 and traces of 6 left of the final 7 in the date. Well contrasted between the frosty devices and mirror fields. Microscopic examination will note the usual haze and tiny specks on each side. As a date, this is the key to the series as only 510 (or perhaps a few more) were struck, all in Proof, and none were made for general circulation. In gem condition, this is certainly in the top half of the survivors, and will please any date collector who demands quality and value for their collecting dollar.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,800.
From the Benson Collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed, March 8, 1944 as part of a complete set from 1865 to 1889 for $230.
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