1883 Clad No Cents Proof Liberty Head Nickel NGC PF65 Cameo

Why purchase this No Cents 1883 Liberty Head Nickel Proof?

Liberty Head Nickels replaced Shield Five Cents in 1883. The new series continued until 1913, playing an important role in daily commerce for three decades. Unlike subsequent issues of this coin, this one only has a "V" to indicate its face value. That novelty makes this coin particularly appealing for collectors.

• This coin was 5 cents legal tender in the United States.
• This coin was struck from 5g of cupro-nickel.
• This coin was part of a mintage of just 5,219 pieces.
• This was the first edition of the Liberty Head Nickel.
• This coin does not bear the word "CENTS."
• Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) graded this coin Proof 65.
• NGC certified this piece Cameo.

Vibrant Liberty Design by Charles Barber

Obverse: The obverse features Charles Barber's left-side portrait of Liberty. She dons a coronet that bears an inscription of her name, "LIBERTY." Thirteen stars, which represent the original states, and the date, "1883," encircle the image.

Reverse: The Roman numeral "V" indicates the coin's face value at the center of the reverse. It is encircled by an open wreath. "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "E PLURIBUS UNUM" are inscribed along the rim.

Beautifully Maintained PF65 Cameo

The experts at Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) graded this coin Proof 65 Cameo. The PF65 grade means that the coin was struck well, while the Cameo designation indicates that the fields are deeply mirrored.

Add this 1883 No Cents Liberty Head Nickel to your collection today.