{"product_id":"2005-s-5c-pcgs-pr70-dcam-westren-water-series-20pr-coin-61-copy","title":"1964 Jefferson Nickel, PF68 PCGS – A Pristine Proof Example","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eCelebrate classic mid-century proof coinage with this exceptional \u003cstrong data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"102\"\u003e1964 Jefferson Nickel, PF68 PCGS\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pristine proof example struck during a pivotal year in United States coin history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"194\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eA Historic Final-Year Silver Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eThe year \u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"257\"\u003e1964\u003c\/strong\u003e marked the final year that Jefferson Nickels were struck before major changes reshaped U.S. coinage in 1965. Amid a nationwide coin shortage and rising metal prices, 1964 stands as the closing chapter of a traditional era in American mint production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eThe obverse features Felix Schlag’s enduring portrait of \u003cstrong data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eThomas Jefferson\u003c\/strong\u003e, introduced in 1938. The reverse displays the iconic image of \u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eMonticello\u003c\/strong\u003e, Jefferson’s historic Virginia estate — a design that defined the series for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eProof coins from 1964 were struck specifically for collectors using specially polished dies and planchets to achieve sharper detail and brilliant mirror-like surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"973\"\u003ePF68 – Elite Near-Perfect Proof Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eCertified \u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003ePF68 by PCGS\u003c\/strong\u003e, this coin stands just two points below a perfect PF70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eThe designation confirms:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e• Deep mirror-like proof fields\u003cbr data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e• Crisp, sharply defined design elements\u003cbr data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e• Exceptional surface preservation\u003cbr data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e• Outstanding overall eye appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eAt the PF68 level, only minimal imperfections prevent a higher grade, making this an elite-quality example for collectors seeking premium preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003eRarity \u0026amp; Collector Demand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eWhile proof nickels were produced for collectors, far fewer survive today in top-tier certified condition. High-grade 1964 proof issues remain popular among:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003e• Jefferson Nickel specialists\u003cbr data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e• Proof coin collectors\u003cbr data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e• Registry set competitors\u003cbr data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e• Mid-century U.S. coin enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eAs collectors pursue superior-quality certified examples from historically significant years, high-grade PF68 coins continue to command strong attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e1964 Jefferson Nickel PF68 PCGS\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a compelling blend of historical importance, pristine preservation, and lasting collector appeal.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2109\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coin Hub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46770986320035,"sku":"122340","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/0095\/7603\/files\/1964-Jefferson-Nickel-PF68-PCGS-A-Pristine-Proof-Example-Heritage-Pastime-9037.jpg?v=1776707227","url":"https:\/\/heritagepastime.com\/products\/2005-s-5c-pcgs-pr70-dcam-westren-water-series-20pr-coin-61-copy","provider":"Heritage Pastime","version":"1.0","type":"link"}