Produced toward the end of the Buffalo nickel series and with
a relatively generous mintage of 10,300,000 coins, the 1935-S was well
positioned for a high rate of survival in Mint State. However, the soft
striking detail typical of many earlier San Francisco Mint issues also haunts
the 1935-S. As such, coins grading MS-65 and MS-66 are more challenging to
locate than one would assume. Above this level, the 1935-S becomes a
conditional rarity with perhaps fewer than 200 Superb Gems known.
We are thrilled to offer one of the best from this
exceptional group graded MS-67+ (PCGS) CAC as part of our June 2021 Costa Mesa
Auction. It is a lovely example, with peach and violet toning at the centers and
powder blue and gold at the borders. Both sides are enhanced by intense frosty
mint luster, a full strike and near pristine surfaces. This magnificent Top Pop
specimen is tied with only nine other coins at PCGS. Approval by CAC emphasizes
the superior quality.
This exceptional 1935-S nickel will be featured in our June
2021 Showcase Auction hosted at the state-of-the-art auction gallery in our new
Costa Mesa, California headquarters. The June sale arrives on the heels of our record-setting
auctions in March and April that saw combined prices realized above $60
million. With seven lots from these events exceeding $1 million, the numismatic
market clearly remains strong heading into the summer auction season. For
questions about the auction or to order a copy of the printed catalog, please
contact Stack’s Bowers Galleries by telephone at 800-566-2580 or by email at
Info@StacksBowers.com.
