1867 5C No Rays Shield Nickel CACG MS66

The 1867 5C No Rays Shield Nickel is a key first-year subtype from the early Shield nickel series, representing a pivotal moment in post–Civil War U.S. coinage when the Mint refined the new nickel five-cent design for improved striking and production. This exceptional example is certified CACG MS66 and carries Cert #788654548, offering high-end quality and confidence for collectors seeking premium, problem-free vintage nickels. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1867 “No Rays” issue followed the short-lived “With Rays” variety, created to address striking difficulties and die stress. The removal of the rays around the shield is an important design transition that makes this coin especially desirable as a type coin and as a cornerstone date for Shield nickel specialists. As a first-year “No Rays” release, it holds strong historical appeal and consistent collector demand. In MS66, the coin displays outstanding mint luster and crisp design definition, with the Shield’s lines and devices showing excellent clarity for the type. Surfaces present an attractive nickel-gray appearance with subtle silver-toned highlights and smooth, clean fields that support the coin’s premium grade. The overall eye appeal is further reinforced by CAC approval, a meaningful endorsement for collectors who prioritize quality within the grade. Highlights: Date and type: 1867 5C Shield Nickel, “No Rays” subtype Mint: Philadelphia Grade: CACG MS66 CAC: Approved Certification: 788654548 Appeal: High-grade type coin and an essential early Shield nickel variety A superb choice for the advanced numismatist building a high-grade Shield nickel set, and equally compelling for the type collector who wants a historically significant 19th-century U.S. coin with standout eye appeal and respected third-party verification.