Lot 576
1916-D Buffalo Nickel. NGC graded MS-66. A brilliant frosty mint gem. In grades up to and including MS-64, the 1916-D easily found in auctions. As a Gem, however, it is rare. With the vast majority of extant examples being weakly struck, the present coin is also just a tad softly struck in the center of the obverse and over the bison's head and shoulder on the reverse. Yet the balance of the features are suitably bold in detail in keeping with the elevated grade; we are even persuaded by its originality to describe the overall appearance as suitably sharp for the type. Splendid toning throughout including some iridescence. There are no distracting blemishes, and the luster is both full and pleasingly vibrant. One would be hard pressed to locate a more exciting and original 1916 nickel from the Denver Mint. Pop 3 with 1 better in MS66 Star.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,000.
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