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1883 Proof Liberty Head Nickel - With CENTS

Strike Type
1883 Proof Liberty Head Nickel - With CENTS

Coin Details

Year
1883
Denomination
Nickel
Mint Mark
P
Strike Type
Proof
Series
Liberty Head Nickels 1883-1912
Designer
Charles E. Barber
Mintage
6,783
Composition
75% Copper, 25% Nickel
Weight
5g
Diameter
21.2mm
Edge
Plain

Value Estimates

$344 - $344

Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-67). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.

Auction Record

$9,106 PR68 02-18-2016 Legend Rare Coin Auctions

Description

The 1883 Proof Liberty Head Nickel - With CENTS is a proof nickel struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Liberty Head Nickels 1883-1912 series. With a mintage of just 6,783, this is a rare issue sought by specialists. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a coronet inscribed LIBERTY, surrounded by stars, while the reverse displays a Roman numeral V (five) within a wreath of corn, cotton, and wheat. Designed by Charles E. Barber. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 5 grams, 21.2 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3881. Charles Barber's Liberty Head Nickel replaced the Shield design. The 1883 "No Cents" variety is an affordable and popular type coin. The 1885, 1886, and 1912-S are key dates. The 1913 examples (unauthorized production) have sold for over $4 million.

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