1953 Black Beauty Nickel?

Looking for some advice on what this coin might be and possible value. I found it while digging through my coin jar. It appears very black and the blackness does not rub off with my finger. The edge is also the same. Thanks in advance.

 

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Scans, eh? Ugh. How's the luster?

 

My initial reaction as well. Looks too black.

 

I agree, it seems way too black compared to the others that I have seen. The scans are fairly accurate in that there isn't really much luster to them... more of a flat black I am afraid.

 

I have a few older nickles like this too. Never gave em' much thought.

 

I saw one Black Beauty on YouTube today and it wasn't black. It was shiny and beautiful. I don't understand.

 

I wish I had one. NumisNick on YouTube posted this today, 3-31-2017

 

Maybe you should. Just sayin'

 

He may not hear you as it was 5 years ago when he wrote that. Just sayin'.

 

1941 kinda interesting looking


1959


1948 with a butt ugly reverse


1948 that looks remarkable good except for one problem


1941 that is pretty sharp and free from pocket wear

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You should really create your very own unique thread.

 

I'm still quite new and trying to learn/fit in.

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First welcome. and Nice coins. maybe not worth much more the 5 cents a piece, but I still love seeing them.