1916 Buffalo Nickel. Proof-68 (PCGS). A virtually pristine specimen with full striking detail to smooth, satiny surfaces. Both sides are beautifully toned, as well, with crescents of orange-gold at the left borders that give way to powder blue iridescence elsewhere. As technically sound and aesthetically appealing as virtually any Proof 1916 nickel that we have ever offered, this coin will be just right for inclusion in the finest specimen type or date set.<p>With the lowest mintage of its type, it should come as no surprise that the 1916 is the rarest Proof Buffalo nickel. Survivors are even more elusive than a delivery of 600 pieces might imply, for many unsold examples are believed to have been destroyed through melting when the Mint suspended Proof coin sales at the end of that year. Among the finest certified, this lovely Superb Gem is sure to appeal to astute bidders.
