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This Liberty V Nickel has a high mintage with over 21.4 million coins struck. It is very common from circulated grades up to and including MS66 with just the finest of gems as scarce. Incredible and desirable type coin because of its high-quality eye appeal and relatively strong strike.
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.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2969
Designer:
Charles E. Barber
Obverse Designer:
Charles Barber
Obverse Lettering:
LIBERTY, 1904
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:
1904
Denomination:
5c
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
21,403,167
Coinage Type:
Liberty head nickel
Coinage Years:
1883-1912
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3865
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Coin Value History
1904 5c MS
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1904 5c MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS67 |
|
$9,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $5,000 | $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
1904 5C AU58 PCGS. PCGS Population: 64 in 58 (2 in 58+), 1206 finer (11/25). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage...
$94
1904 5C MS62 ANACS. Mintage 21,404,984. ...
$94
1904 5C MS67+ PCGS. CAC....
$24,000
1904 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (42/2). Mintage 21,404,984. ...
$1,020
1904 5C Liberty Nickel -- 10% Straight Clip -- XF45 PCGS. PCGS Population: (5/1214 and 0/55+). NGC Census: (1/812 and 0/6+)...
$264
1904 5C MS65 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (41/44). Mintage 21,404,984. ...
$456
1904 5C MS64 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (35/85). Mintage 21,404,984. ...
$228
1904 5C MS63 PCGS. This piece is housed in a green label holder. PCGS Population: (235/790). NGC Census: (167/499). CDN: $1...
$139
1904 5C Liberty Nickel -- Curved Clip -- Good 4 ANACS. (4.84 grams)....
$37
1904 5c PCGS UNC Details (Cleaned)
$65
1904 5C MS61 NGC. NGC Census: (13/651). PCGS Population (3/955). Mintage: 21,404,984. ...
$67
1904 Liberty Nickel -- Struck on a Cent Planchet -- AU55 PCGS. ...
$2,530
1904 5C --Corroded--ICG. MS60 Details. NGC Census: (0/534). PCGS Population (2/753). Mintage: 21,404,984. Numismedia Wsl. Pr...
$80
1904 5C --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU50 Details. NGC Census: (0/544). PCGS Population (2/769). Mintage: 21,404,984. Numismed...
$21
1904 5C AU58 NGC. NGC Census: 36 in 58, 787 finer (12/25). CDN: $60 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 21,404,984....
$79
1904 5C MS62 NGC. NGC Census: (82/671). Mintage 21,404,984. ...
$104
1904 5C MS67+ NGC. ...
$4,560
1904 5C MS66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (85/6). NGC Census: (57/3). CDN: $725 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 21,404...
$750
1904 5C Nickel -- Struck on a Cent Planchet -- XF45 PCGS. From The Mahal Collection, Part II. ...
$2,280
1904 5C MS65 NGC. Mintage 21,404,984. ...
$420
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