1909 Liberty Head Nickel. Proof-67+ (PCGS). CAC. Exquisite silver-gray surfaces are essentially brilliant with only the lightest pale golden iridescence evident at certain viewing angles. Fully struck, as befits the method of manufacture, even the most intricate design elements are sharply rendered. The fields are semi-reflective and support frosty motifs. With the highest mintage for the type at 4,763 pieces, it should come as no surprise that the 1909 is the most plentiful Proof Liberty head nickel overall. However, quality among the survivors varies considerably, and most were not handled with sufficient care to warrant a Superb Gem grade from the major certification services, as we see with the present example. Expertly preserved, as well, this is an impressive condition rarity worthy of the strongest bids.
