August 2023 Global Showcase Auction – 14 - 21 August 2023
Live Sessions: Ancient and World Coins, Currency
Part B: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part D: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part 2: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 9:00 PM CEST
Part C: Tu, 15.08.2023, from 10:00 PM CEST
Part 3: We, 16.08.2023, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part 4: We, 16.08.2023, from 7:00 PM CEST
Part 5: We, 16.08.2023, from 10:00 PM CEST
Part 6: Th, 17.08.2023, from 12:00 AM CEST
Part E: Th, 17.08.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part 7: Th, 17.08.2023, from 8:00 PM CEST
Part 8: Fr, 18.08.2023, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part 9: Sa, 19.08.2023, from 1:00 AM CEST
Part 10: Sa, 19.08.2023, from 5:00 PM CEST
Part F: Mo, 21.08.2023, from 4:00 PM CEST
Description
1896 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-64 Deep Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
This near-Gem offers a rare coalescence of superior preservation and exceptional production quality. The fields are bottomless and heavily mirrored, contrasting the frosted devices most dramatically on the obverse. Lightly toned overall, the reverse features a somewhat streaky appearance. Flashy and highly attractive with surfaces that remain virtually blemish-free to the naked eye. The lowest mintage Proof Liberty Head nickel produced up to that point in time, the 1896 considerably scarce by the standards of this type. Just 1,862 coins were struck, compared to the 2,062 pieces produced the year before. This issue presents a challenge to collectors on many fronts, as most survivors found are limited by hairlines and other signs of mishandling. They are also seldom found with any degree of Cameo contrast, making this piece a particularly desirable find.
PCGS# 93894. NGC ID: 2786.
PCGS Population: 3; just 2 are finer within the designation (Proof-67 DCAM finest).
Estimate: $1200
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Bidding
| Price realized | 1'400 USD |
| Starting price | 1 USD |
| Estimate | 1'200 USD |
