2002 November Santa Clara Signature Sale - Session 1

1877 5C PR66 Cameo PCGS. Not only is this coin the finest 1877 Nickel in this sale, but it is also among the highest graded representatives of this im

1878 5C PR65 NGC. A lovely Gem that has light gold patina and mild cameo contrast. Lovingly preserved, as the only distraction, a tiny planchet flaw b

1879 5C PR64 NGC. A razor-sharp near-Gem that has green-gray color with traces of peripheral russet patina. Impressively preserved, and the low busine

1879 5C PR65 PCGS. Golden-brown and steel-blue patina. The reverse has a couple of curly lintmarks, as struck. An impressively preserved Gem. As less

1879/8 5C PR66 PCGS. Bright and highly lustrous with flashy mirrored fields and light frost on the devices. An immaculate example of this popular over

1880 5C PR64 ANACS. Lightly and evenly toned with moderately reflective mirrors in the fields. Important notice: We expect to be auctioning lots at th

1880 5C PR65 NGC. Pastel lilac, peach, and gold patina, with a few carbon flecks on each side. A well struck Gem that has pleasing preservation. The f

1880 5C PR65 PCGS. Untoned and deeply reflective with just a bit of light frost over the devices. A trifle softly struck at the top of the shield and

1881 5C PR66 NGC. A well struck Gem that has slate-gray patina and exquisite surfaces. The second 8 in the date is repunched, with a curve of an 8 ins

1881 5C PR67 PCGS. This exquisite proof is nearly perfect and each side is toned in concentric rings of light, bright rainbow iridescence. A coin of c