Certainly looks like the ICG grading is consistent with NGC's judgments. I wonder whether the typical 1868 has this level of strike weakness. Or, is it normal for the entire series?
I've only got 2 Shield nickels and both are MS. I'll pull them out of the SDB soon and take a closer look.
I've only got 2 Shield nickels and both are MS. I'll pull them out of the SDB soon and take a closer look.



























