Lot 1571
1885 Liberty Nickel. NGC graded Proof 66. Minor coinage was interrupted at the Mint from February 16, 1885 until nearly the end of 1886, which explains why so few nickels were coined of this date and the 1886. Apparently, the Mint was ordered to coin Morgan dollars and gold coins. Just 3,790 were coined in proof for the 1885, of which NGC has graded 96 this high, with a scant 9 higher. Light coppery toning on both sides, boldly struck throughout and carefully preserved. A few minor ticks from absolute perfection, mostly on the reverse.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,000.
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| Realized $920 |
