Name: 1904 5c PR CAM
SKU: 3049

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A low mintage in the series, as it is well under the two thousand mark, with 1,817 coins struck in 1903. Even with such a low mintage this coin is quite affordable as most were saved. Pieces without a cameo are very common. The Cameo designation brings a premium in all grades, especially the finest of gems that are quite scarce. The issue does not exist with a deep cameo.

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.

Book Reference

Key to Collecting: The 1904 nickel is similar to the 1903—common enough, but sharply struck coins with good luster are in the minority. Proofs are somewhat scarce, but most are attractive.

CIRCULATION STRIKES:

Characteristics and Appearance: Vary widely. Sharply struck, lustrous coins are elusive.

PROOF STRIKES:

Characteristics and Appearance: The contrast continues to be low, as the portrait and devices are not frosted. Proofs are scarce. Most are attractive. Again, there is the caveat that lower-grade Proofs are usually not certified, giving a false impression of rarity.