1938-D Jefferson Nickel NGC MS66 5FS posted by lehigh96

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Obtained a 1938-D Jefferson Nickel from Heritage on 7/13/2010 for $230. This coin replaced the MS67 (no FS) in my registry set.

 

I won the coin with a maximum bid of $356

 

Heritage Rare Coin Auctions

Sunday Internet Coin Auction #210072 Lot #22053

 

Description: 1938-D Jefferson Nickel NGC MS66 5FS

Orange and blue-violet centers yield to rainbow bands of cherry red, mint green, and sunfire yellow that peek out from underneath sandy peripheries. Some abrasions on Jeff's jawline and collar limit the grade but the eye appeal is off the charts for this boldly impressed full step gem.

 

Comments:

This is the quintessential Jefferson Type Coin, first year of issue, full steps, fully detailed including hair and all windows and doors on Monticello. The color and luster are outstanding and it is surprising that the coin was not given a star. The Heritage photo made the coin appear much more orange than it really is in hand. The peripheries are a sandy orange color which is common for album toned coins of the series.

 

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Here is a larger photograph.

 

[James_OldeTowne]

An utterly spectacular coin! And 1938-D is my favorite date amongst nickels because of the availability of high-quality examples of both types.