1948-S 5C, FS

Description

# 1948-S Jefferson Nickel FS PCGS MS67. An exceptional Full Steps (FS) example of this scarce mid-century San Francisco mint Jefferson nickel, graded a pristine PCGS MS67. This premium quality specimen represents an extraordinary opportunity for advanced collectors seeking a high-grade representation of a relatively low mintage issue. The 1948-S Jefferson Nickel emerges from a limited mintage of just 11,300,000 pieces, with exceptional *Full Steps* specimens being remarkably rare. Population data reveals remarkable selectivity, with only 22 total coins graded and merely 4 at this or higher grade levels. The coin exhibits the classic Felix Schlag design, struck at the San Francisco Mint with exceptional technical precision. Struck in the standard 75% copper, 25% nickel composition, this specimen displays remarkable preservation and technical quality. The *Full Steps* designation indicates exceptional strike detail on the Jefferson Memorial reverse, a highly prized characteristic among serious numismatists. With a price guide value of $1,600 and a starting bid of $850, this coin represents a significant opportunity for the discerning collector. PCGS Certification: 35626795. *Mint: San Francisco*. *Mintage: 11,300,000*. *Grade: MS67 Full Steps*