Lot 1815
1881 Hawaiian Five Cent Struck In Nickel 7.6 Grams. PCGS graded Proof 64. On the holder Hawaii (fantasy) strike. Another of the thick planchet strikes of this venerable type which collectors and students of Hawaiian numismatics have discussed for years without coming to an agreement. For more than a century collectors have been fascinated by these Proof nickel and aluminum strike Five Cent pieces. They were believed to have been struck shortly after the turn of the 20th century. Some accounts point to a private minter in Canada. PCGS # 510974.
Estimated Value $1,500-UP.
The Forsythe Collection.
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