Lot 212
1879/8 Shield Nickel. PCGS graded Proof 65. Frosty and bright on the obverse, the reverse with a touch of haze and a scattering of hairlines. Sharply struck from deeply engraved dies and quite nice for the grade. As to the overdate feature, its about as sharp as ever seen, with remnants of the underlying 8 visible within the lower part of the 9. Scarce and always popular with collectors as overdate proofs of any denomination are a delight to ponder.
Estimated Value $600 - 700.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
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