Lot 1294
1912-S. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely lilac toning. A gem example. A resplendent example, for that matter, lustrous with delicate patina over glistening luster, of this famous low-mintage issue. As is true of every other authentic 1912-S nickel we have seen, there is some slight bulging in the left obverse field and some lightness of strike at the hair. As all are this way, this cannot be considered a negative.
The low mintage of 238,000 stands like a beacon among the Liberty Head nickels, being the lowest by far of any variety from 1883 through 1912. Further, this represents the first nickel five-cent piece struck at the San Francisco Mint and the only one of this design.
Pop 95; 8 finer.
Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000.
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