1879 Shield Nickel – NGC VF25 – Key Date Five Cent Coin solitaire diamond Durable yet refined

Durable yet refined

This scarce variety displays a bold repunching of the date

as issued)

offering top-quality brilliance and fire

or classic right-hand ring

1879 Shield Nickel – NGC VF25 – Key Date Five Cent Coin solitaire diamond Durable yet refinedDescription: The 1879 Shield Nickel, certified by NGC as VF25, is one of the rarest business strike issues in the Shield Nickel series (18661883). With a reported mintage of just 25,900 coins, the 1879 is considered a key date, highly sought after by type and series collectors alike. This certified example displays even wear with clear remaining detail, making it a collectible mid grade representative of this elusive 19th century nickel.