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A mintage drop occurs with the 1887 compared to previous years; but, as most pieces were saved, this issue remains in the type coin realm. There were 2,960 coins originally struck. Common without cameo designations except for the finest of gems. Cameo coins are a good bit scarcer with deep cameos non-existent.
Obverse Description
Lady Liberty with the word LIBERTY on her crown faces left with 13 stars around the periphery and the date positioned at the bottom center.
Reverse Description
Large V (roman numeral 5) is centered in the design surrounded by an ornate wreath with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * CENTS * around the periphery. The motto E PLURIBUS UNUM appears near the top between the wreath and letters STATES OF AME.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2997
Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Obverse Designer:
Charles Barber
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1887
Reverse Designer:
Charles Barber
Reverse Lettering:
V, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, CENTS
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1887
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,960
Coinage Type:
Liberty head nickel
Coinage Years:
1883-1913
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3885
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1887 5c PR
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1887 5c PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$3,100 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $2,500 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Liberty (V) Nickel 5c No Cents, 1883 PR [Type]
![Liberty (V) Nickel 5c No Cents, 1883 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/NCobvPR.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $245 – $2,000
1883 5c No Cents PR
Worth: $245 – $2,000
Liberty (V) Nickel 5c With Cents, 1883-1912 PR [Type]
![Liberty (V) Nickel 5c With Cents, 1883-1912 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/1900ovvPR.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $125 – $7,000
1883 5c Cents PR
Worth: $200 – $1,800
1884 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $1,399
1885 5c PR
Worth: $750 – $10,000
1886 5c PR
Worth: $350 – $24,000
1888 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $8,160
1889 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $7,200
1890 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $3,600
1891 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $3,600
1892 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $3,250
1893 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $1,500
1894 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $1,750
1895 5c PR
Worth: $125 – $3,600
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-65 (PCGS). OGH.
$915
1887 5C PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population: 85 in 66 (4 in 66+), 12 finer (7/26). CDN: $700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage ...
$854
1887 5C PR64 PCGS. CDN: $380 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,960. ...
$488
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-63 (PCGS). CAC.
$360
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof. Unc Details--Stained (PCGS).
$125
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-62 (NGC).
$240
5C 1887 PCGS PR67 CAC
$2,468
1887 PR 61 PCGS. ...
$126
1887 5C
$107
1887 5C PR65 PCGS. CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 2,960. ...
$586
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-66 (PCGS). CAC.
$946
1887 5C PR64 PCGS. CDN: $380 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,960. ...
$427
1887 5C PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (76/488). PCGS Population: (132/625). CDN: $220 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 2,960. ...
$312
1887 Liberty Nickel. Proof. Unc Details--Cleaning (PCGS).
$123
1887 5C PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (18/534). PCGS Population: (29/719). PR62. Mintage 2,960. ...
$180
5C 1887 PCGS PR67+ CAC
$5,052
1887 5C PR61 PCGS. Aquamarine and gunmetal-blue colors ...
$108
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-65 (CACG).
$641
1887 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-66 (PCGS).
$793
1887 5C PR64 PCGS. Mintage 2,960. ...
$338
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