{"product_id":"1908-p-liberty-head-nickel-g-vg","title":"1908-P Liberty Head Nickel G\/VG+","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 1908-P Liberty Head Nickel G\/VG+ is a circulated survivor from the later years of the Liberty Head nickel series, struck at the Philadelphia Mint during an era when five-cent pieces still passed heavily through everyday commerce. In Good to Very Good+ condition, it shows the kind of honest wear many collectors appreciate in older U.S. coins, with age and circulation giving it real character. For anyone building a type set or adding an affordable example of a pre-Jefferson nickel, this piece offers a direct connection to American coinage from more than a century ago.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Liberty Head nickel, often called the “V nickel” because of the large Roman numeral on the reverse, was introduced in 1883 and remained in production through 1912. Designed by Charles E. Barber, the series bridges the gap between late 19th-century U.S. coinage and the more modern designs that followed in the 20th century. By 1908, Liberty nickels were a familiar part of daily life in the United States, and later-date issues like this one remain popular with collectors who enjoy classic American coinage without needing to chase a major key date. The final sentence is an inference based on the coin’s date and series context.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollectors continue to enjoy Liberty Head nickels for their long date run, distinctive Barber design, and strong connection to an earlier era of U.S. numismatics. A circulated example like this can be especially appealing because it keeps the series accessible while still carrying the look and feel of a genuinely old coin. Philadelphia issues are important to any full date run, and a 1908 coin works well in a Liberty nickel set, an early U.S. type set, or a general 20th-century collection. The last sentence is an inference based on the coin’s date, mint, and collectible type.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Mintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDenomination: Five Cents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries: Liberty Head Nickel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner: Charles E. Barber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: 75% Copper, 25% Nickel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 5.00 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter: 21.20 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge: Plain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMint: Philadelphia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMintage: 22,684,557\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYears of Issue: 1883–1912\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReverse Type: Roman Numeral “V” Reverse\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing includes one 1908-P Liberty Head Nickel in Good \/ Very Good+ condition. The coin was struck at the Philadelphia Mint and features the classic Liberty Head obverse with the Roman numeral “V” reverse used throughout the series. Please review the photos carefully for the overall appearance and quality of the exact coin you will receive.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are adding an affordable Liberty nickel to your collection, building a type set, or simply looking for a circulated U.S. coin with real age and history, this 1908-P Liberty Head Nickel G\/VG+ makes a meaningful addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coin Nerds ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54896342270243,"sku":null,"price":3.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/0887\/2227\/files\/1908-P_Liberty_Head_Nickel_G_VG_Obverse.jpg?v=1775256492","url":"https:\/\/coinnerdco.com\/products\/1908-p-liberty-head-nickel-g-vg","provider":"Coin Nerds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}