Lot 1188
1924-D. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC Approved PQ. Well struck with lovely golden toning. Should be graded one point higher.A very attractive gem with vibrant surfaces that burst out atop the fresh and hard-working luster throughout. Some weak spots in strike is seen only at the buffalo’s forehead and top of the shoulder. These are the two highest areas on the reverse and lie opposite similar relief portions on the obverse. Bold for this typically weak D-mint release of 1924.
The 1924-D is the first Denver Mint Buffalo Nickel produced since 1920. Apparently, there was no demand for new Nickels in that part of the country in 1921, 1922, or 1923. The '24-D (5.2 million pieces) probably saw widespread circulation at the time of issue, but it is still among the more frequently offered mintmarked issues of the 1920s in lesser Mint State grades. That being said, since strike is a problem for this date, collectors will often experience difficulty locating an attractive Gem Mint State 65 representative. We strongly recommend, therefore, a firm bid on the present lot. Pop 97; 2 finer in 66 (PCGS # 3952) .
Estimated Value $4,200 - 4,400.
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