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The 1878 was only minted as a proof with production halted on business strikes. Lower mintage of 2,350 coins (highest in the series, thus far) of which most were saved, making this issue scarce but very accessible. Scarce in all grades and a rarity as a high-end gem. Gradually tougher with cameo surfaces and deep cameo surfaces, as well, which are very rare.
Obverse Description
A shield flanked on the left and right by leaves topped with a cross with arrows positioned behind at the bottom so the arrow heads and shanks protrude at the sides. The motto IN GOD WE TRUST appears at the top periphery with the date positioned at the bottom center.
Reverse Description
A large numeral 5 surrounded by 13 stars centered in the design with UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * CENTS around the periphery.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2928
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
IN GOD WE TRUST, 1878
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
5, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CENTS
Weight (gr):
5 gr
Weight (oz):
0.1608 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
20.5
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1878
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,350
Coinage Type:
Shield nickel
Coinage Years:
1867-1883
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3832
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Coin Value History
1878 5c PR
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1878 5c PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$2,100 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,750 | $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 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1878 5C PR55 PCGS. PCGS Population: 4 in 55, 938 finer (11/25). CDN: $725 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR55. Mintage 2,350. ...
$824
1878 5C PR64 PCGS. CDN: $1,125 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,110
1878 5C PR66 PCGS. CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,201
1878 5C PR65 PCGS. CDN: $1,150 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,200
1878 5C PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (73/793 and 0/25+). Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,050
1878 5C PR25 NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (1/197). Mintage 2,350. ...
$840
1878 5C PR8 PCGS. PCGS Population: (3/912). NGC Census: (0/604). CDN: $675 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR8 . Mintage 2,350. ...
$870
1878 5C -- Cleaned -- ANACS Details. Proof 60. Mintage 2,350. ...
$840
1878 5C PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (20/0). PCGS Population: (27/0). CDN: $1,400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,380
1878 5C PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/848). NGC Census: (15/560). CDN: $930 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 2,350. ...
$900
1878 5C PR61 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (14/865). NGC Census: (3/571). CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR61. Mintage 2,3...
$780
1878 5C -- Plugged, Whizzed -- ANACS. Proof 50 Details. Mintage 2,350....
$516
1878 5C PR35 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (1/883 and 0/16+). NGC Census: (0/577 and 0/7+). CDN: $890 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS...
$810
1878 5C PR58 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (4/810). NGC Census: (1/567). Mintage: 2,350. ...
$822
1878 5C PR12 PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,058
1878 5C PR6 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (1/545). PCGS Population (0/773). Mintage: 2,350. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free ...
$999
1878 5C PR45 PCGS. ...
$1,265
1878 5C PR55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (4/824). NGC Census: (0/567). Mintage 2,350. ...
$960
1878 5C PR64 PCGS. CAC. Housed in a Generation 3.1 green label holder. CAC Population: (40/159). Mintage 2,350....
$1,260
1878 5C PR66 NGC. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,020
Shield Nickel 5c Rays, 1866-1867 PR [Type]
Worth: $875 – $12,600
1866 5c Rays PR
Worth: $875 – $12,600
1867 5c Rays PR
Worth: $18,000 – $50,000
Shield Nickel 5c No Rays, 1867-1883 PR [Type]
Worth: $180 – $6,600
1867 5c No Rays PR
Worth: $180 – $1,800
1867 5c No Rays, Pattern Reverse, FS-1902 PR
Worth: $1,800 – $13,200
1868 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $3,500
1869 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $3,960
1870 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $1,080
1871 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $5,400
1872 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $3,600
1873 5c Closed 3 PR
Worth: $180 – $2,880
1874 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $3,120
1875 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $6,000
1876 5c PR
Worth: $180 – $2,640
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