Patterns
1868 5C Five Cents, Judd-630, Pollock-700, High R.7, PR65 NGC. Ex: Eric P. Newman Collection. The obverse displays a Liberty head facing left, similar to the design on the regular-issue three cent piece, with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA around and the date 1868 below. The design is similar to other patterns of the same date, but this variant has no star on Liberty's coronet. The reverse exhibits a large V on an ornate shield, with IN GOD WE TRUST above. Struck in nickel with a plain edge.
Well-detailed design elements of this charming Gem show just a touch of softness on Liberty's curls. The brightly reflective surfaces display a few hints of champagne-gold toning, with a couple of minor contact marks in the obverse field. Visual appeal is quite strong.
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