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1898 LIBERTY HEAD FIVE CENTS

PCGS Nos: 3859, 3896

Mintage:

Circulation strikes: 12,530,292
Proofs: 1,795

Designer: Charles E. Barber

Diameter: 21.2 millimeters

Metal content:
Copper - 75%
Nickel - 25%

Weight: 5 grams

Edge: Plain

Mintmark: None (for Philadelphia) on the reverse below the button to the left of CENTS

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Notes:
The finest Uncirculated example graded by PCGS is a single MS-67.

The finest Proof example graded by PCGSis a single PR-67.

The finest Proof Cameo examples graded by PCGS are 2 PRCA-67's.

Sources and recommended reading:
"The PCGS Population Report, July 2003" by The Professional Coin Grading Service

 

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