1948-S 5C, FS

Description

# 1948-S Jefferson Nickel PCGS MS-67 FS. A stunning Full Steps example of this scarce mid-century San Francisco mint issue, graded a premium PCGS MS-67 with exceptional eye appeal and technical quality. The 1948-S Jefferson Nickel represents a challenging condition rarity within the beloved Jefferson five-cent series. This Full Steps specimen emerges from a modest mintage of 11,300,000 pieces, with extraordinary preservation that places it among the finest known. PCGS population data reveals extreme selectivity, with only 22 total coins graded and a mere 4 examples at this or higher grade levels. The Full Steps designation indicates pristine, uninterrupted steps on the Jefferson Memorial reverse, a hallmark of superior strike and preservation. Struck at the San Francisco Mint during a transitional post-World War II period, this coin features Felix Schlag's classic Jefferson portrait design. Composed of the standard 75% copper and 25% nickel alloy, the coin exhibits remarkable mint state preservation with exceptional luster, sharp details, and minimal contact marks. The PCGS certification #35626795 guarantees the coin's authenticity and exceptional quality. Numismatic Highlights: - *Full Steps* designation. - PCGS MS-67 grade. - Scarce San Francisco mint issue. - Exceptional eye appeal. - Rare population rarity. Estimate: $1,200-$1,800