USA 5 cents Liberty Nickel 1900
USA, Philadelphia
Rarity
Extremely Rare
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 5 cents |
| Krause number | KM# 112 |
| Mintage | 2,262 |
| Metal | Copper-Nickel |
| thickness | 1.95 mm |
| diameter | 21.21 mm |
| weight | 5 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
Star
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Wreath
Creators:
Charles Edward Barber
E PLURIBUS UNUM
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
V CENTS
Introduction of Coins
This date enjoyed a slight boost in sales due to the perceived significance of the new century, these extra sales probably going to tourists visiting the Philadelphia Mint in 1900. Though this date has a reputation for sometimes being poorly struck by proof standards, the example illustrated has a completely formed obverse and just a touch of weakness on the lower left wreath. Gems are moderately scarce but not truly rare.Read More
