An intriguing piece that is sure to be of keen interest to advanced Shield nickel enthusiasts. Well defined for the grade, both sides exhibit olive and russet highlights to otherwise even medium gray patina. Although worn to the point where attribution of Proof and circulation strike status is no longer realistic, PCGS has erred on the side of caution and certified this coin as a Proof 1880 Shield nickel. It is being offered as such in this sale, although it is interesting to speculate that it may indeed be a survivor of the key date circulation strike 1880, an issue with just 16,000 pieces produced.，PCGS# 3835. NGC ID: 276W.，，
