1905 Nickel MS Values

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1905 Nickel MS Values

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Similar to the rest of the Liberty V Nickel Series, this series comes from a high mintage (almost 30 million) making it yet another solid type coin. The 1905 is common all the way through to its finest grades. However, this issue is unique with regard to the toning that it is known for. Also, its luster and eye appeal are stunning.

Obverse: 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: 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.

Basic Information

GSID:

2970

Coin Date:

1905

Denomination:

5c / 5 Cents

Designation:

MS

Mint & Coinage Details

Mint Location:

Philadelphia

Mintage:

29,825,124

Coinage Type:

Liberty head nickel

Coinage Years:

1883-1912

Composition:

75% copper; 25% nickel

Physical Characteristics

Weight:

5 gr

Weight:

0.1608 oz

Strike Type:

Business

Diameter:

21.2 mm

Coin Shape:

Round

Design Details

Designer:

Charles E. Barber

Obverse Lettering:

LIBERTY, 1905

Obverse Designer:

Charles Barber

Reverse Lettering:

V, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, E PLURIBUS UNUM, CENTS

Reverse Designer:

Charles Barber

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