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The 1861 Proof Three Cent Silver is a popular Civil War date in the series with a mintage of 1,000 coins. It is more common up through PR64 but gains some scarcity in PR65. PR66 and finer gems are considered very rare as there are significant increases in value following PR65. Cameo pieces are far more difficult to locate in all grades. Look for attractive toners as there are many in this series.
Obverse Description
A six-pointed star with a harp in the center is surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on the periphery and the date positioned at the bottom. For the type III issues (1859-73) there is a single frame line around the star.
Reverse Description
The roman numeral III is centered in the design ensconced in a large, bejeweled letter C surrounded by 13 stars on the periphery. An olive sprig is added above the roman numerals.
Catalog Information
GSID:
3670
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1861
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
III
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
0.75 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0241 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0217 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
14
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1861
Denomination:
3cS
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,000
Coinage Type:
Three cent silver
Coinage Years:
1859-1873
Composition:
0.9 silver; 0.1 copper
PCGS #:
3710
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Coin Value History
1861 3cS PR
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1861 3cS PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$24,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $21,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1861 3CS PR66 PCGS. ...
$3,843
1861 3CS PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (1/154). Mintage 1,000. ...
$576
1861 3CS PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (23/8). PCGS Population: (27/14). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 1,000. ...
$2,652
1861 3CS PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (25/122 and 0/7+). NGC Census: (8/79 and 0/0+). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62...
$780
1861 3CS PR64+ PCGS. PCGS Population: (51/39 and 3/4+). NGC Census: (27/30 and 0/0+). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS P...
$1,320
1861 3CS PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (28/82). NGC Census: (20/51). PR63. Mintage 1,000. From The Indian Collection. ...
$720
3CS 1861 PCGS PR67 CAC
$15,275
1861 3CS PR68 NGC. ...
$13,512
1861 3CS PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/118). NGC Census: (1/88). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$382
1861 3CS --Bent--NCS. Proof. Sharply struck. Delicate golden-gray surfaces, with pale blue and violet iridescent highlights....
$374
1861 3CS PR66 PCGS....
$3,360
1861 3CS PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (26/12 and 1/3+). NGC Census: (20/8 and 0/0+). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR6...
$1,920
1861 3CS PR62 ANACS. Mintage 1,000. From The Toro Collection. ...
$1,080
1861 3CS PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (52/37). NGC Census: (25/28). CDN: $825 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 1,000. ...
$1,020
1861 3CS PR63 PCGS. Gold CAC. PCGS Population (28/75). NGC Census: (23/58). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for probl...
$881
3CS 1861 PCGS PR67 CAC EX LITTLE SILVER
$10,869
1861 3CS PR66 NGC....
$3,120
1861 3CS PR65 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (26/12). NGC Census: (19/7). CDN: $2,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 1,...
$2,400
1861 3CS PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (7/81). PCGS Population (15/103). Mintage: 1,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$411
1861 3cS PCGS Proof 64
$825
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 PR [Type]
Worth: $200,000 – $240,000
1851 3cS PR
Worth: $200,000 – $240,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]
Worth: $1,500 – $60,000
1854 3cS PR
Worth: $6,000 – $54,000
1855 3cS PR
Worth: $3,000 – $40,000
1856 3cS PR
Worth: $2,000 – $36,000
1857 3cS PR
Worth: $1,800 – $30,000
1858 3cS PR
Worth: $1,500 – $60,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR [Type]
Worth: $400 – $17,000
1859 3cS PR
Worth: $500 – $8,400
1860 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $12,000
1862 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $9,000
1863 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $24,000
1863/2 3cS PR
Worth: $470 – $13,200
1864 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $8,000
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