1883 Liberty Head V Nickel MS-62 NGC (Cents)
Numismatic
1883 Liberty Head V Nickel MS-62 NGC (Cents)
In 1883, the United States Mint introduced a fresh aesthetic to the five-cent denomination, launching the Liberty Head design. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint without a mintmark, this inaugural issue has captured the attention of numismatists for generations. The coin represents a brief and famous moment in American minting history when the reverse design featured only a prominent Roman numeral V to denote its value. The obverse presents a classic profile of Liberty facing left, surrounded by stars with the date 1883 positioned at the bottom. On the reverse, a wreath encircles the large Roman numeral V, flanked by the national motto and the issuing country. This particular specimen has been certified in Mint State 62 (MS-62) condition, preserving the crisp details of this historic first-year design for modern observers to appreciate.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1883 |
| Grade | MS-62 (NGC) |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Cents |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
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