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The 1911 boasts the highest mintage in the entire Liberty V Nickel Series with over 39.5 million coins originally struck. Extremely common with a mintage of that size and only scarce at MS67. The issue is known for having an array of strikes, luster and color for the collector to choose from.
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.
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Key to Collecting: This issue has the highest circulation-strike mintage of any Liberty Head nickel. Sharpness, luster, and other aspects of desirability vary, but there are many coins to choose from in the marketplace. Proofs are somewhat scarce and are usually very attractive.
CIRCULATION STRIKES:
Characteristics and Appearance: Striking and luster vary, due to worn dies, spacing in the press, and other considerations.
Mintage and Distribution Notes: Mehl’s Numismatic Monthly, March 1911, included this: “The Mint at Philadelphia is working twenty-four hours a day to turn out token money, pennies and nickels, and can not keep pace with the demand for them.”
PROOF STRIKES:
Characteristics and Appearance: Usually well struck with Full Details. Cameo por- trait contrast on some, at long last (see remarks under 1902). The nickel alloy was not well mixed, causing streaking in the rolled-out strips from which planchets were cut. Toned nickels of this date often have streaks as a result. The fields are quite flat (not basined).
Catalog Information
GSID:
2976
Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Obverse Designer:
Charles Barber
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1911
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:
Business
Diameter:
21.2
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1911
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
39,557,639
Coinage Type:
Liberty head nickel
Coinage Years:
1883-1912
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3872
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Coin Value History
1911 5c MS
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1911 5c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$10,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $7,500 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $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 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Liberty (V) Nickel 5c No Cents, 1883 MS [Type]
![Liberty (V) Nickel 5c No Cents, 1883 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1314_3218-0.20200626064157466.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $3 – $2,600
1883 5c No Cents MS
Worth: $3 – $2,500
Liberty (V) Nickel 5c With Cents, 1883-1912 MS [Type]
![Liberty (V) Nickel 5c With Cents, 1883-1912 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/Vobv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1 – $3,600
1883 5c Cents MS
Worth: $8 – $3,600
1884 5c MS
Worth: $8 – $12,000
1885 5c MS
Worth: $125 – $26,000
1886 5c MS
Worth: $58 – $35,000
1887 5c MS
Worth: $5 – $10,000
1888 5c MS
Worth: $10 – $9,000
1889 5c MS
Worth: $5 – $12,000
1890 5c MS
Worth: $3 – $12,000
1891 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $12,500
1892 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $26,400
1893 5c MS
Worth: $2 – $16,000
1894 5c MS
Worth: $5 – $12,000
1911 5C MS62 ANACS. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$104
1911 5C MS63 PCGS. CDN: $125 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 39,559,372....
$124
1911 5C AU58 PCGS. CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$94
1911 5C MS65 PCGS. CDN: $360 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$408
1911 5C MS64 PCGS. CDN: $175 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$192
1911 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (38/1344). Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$84
1911 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (14/1). Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$780
1911 5C Liberty Nickel -- Obverse Lamination -- Good 4 NGC. ...
$94
1911 5C MS67 PCGS. ...
$5,760
1911 5c PCGS XF45
$38
1911 5C AU55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/1682). NGC Census: (16/1284). AU55. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$49
1911 5C -- Spot Removed -- PCGS Genuine. Unc Details. NGC Census: (1/1111). PCGS Population (9/1307). Mintage: 39,559,3...
$42
1911 5C AU50 ANACS. NGC Census: (0/1157). PCGS Population (4/1370). Mintage: 39,559,372. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem ...
$40
1911 5C Shield Nickel--struck 5% Off Center--VF30 NGC. ...
$150
1911 5C Nickel--Broadstruck, Damaged--ANACS. VF20 Details. ...
$37
1911 5C XF40--Whizzed--ANACS, AU Details. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (Greysheet) wholesale "bid" price is $17.00....
$21
1911 5C MS62 ANACS. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$69
1911 5C MS63 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$124
1911 5C AU58 NGC. Housed in a Generation 3 fatty holder. Mintage 39,559,372....
$94
1911 5C MS65 NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (34/15). Mintage 39,559,372. ...
$468
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