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The 1868 Proof Three Cent Silver comes from a moderately low mintage for the series of 600 coins. Most of the coins were saved, leaving the issue readily available to collectors and relatively affordable. Scarce only in gem condition. Cameo pieces are far more difficult to locate in all grades and deep cameos are a rarity. Look for attractive toners as this series is full of them.
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:
3691
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1868
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:
1868
Denomination:
3cS
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Three cent silver
Coinage Years:
1859-1873
Composition:
0.9 silver; 0.1 copper
PCGS #:
3718
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Coin Value History
1868 3cS PR
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1868 3cS PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$10,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $8,750 | $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 |
1868 3CS PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: 53 in 62, 271 finer (11/25). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 600. ...
$780
1868 3CS PR64 PCGS. Mintage 600. ...
$1,560
1868 3CS PR63 NGC. Ex: Jules Reiver Collection. NGC Census: (45/179). PCGS Population: (86/175). CDN: $840 Whsle. Bid for N...
$870
3CS 1868 PCGS PR66
$1,762
1868 3CS PR67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$8,700
1868 3CS PR65 NGC. Ex: Richmond Collection. NGC Census: (39/24). PCGS Population: (46/25). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/P...
$1,320
1868 3CS PR55 ANACS. Mintage 600. From The Toro Collection. ...
$660
1868 3CS PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/244). NGC Census: (2/237). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$646
1868 3CS --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (3/228). PCGS Population (3/223). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price...
$431
1868 3cS PCGS Proof 58
$403
1868 3CS Proof, Improperly Cleaned, NCS....
$345
1868 3CS PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (53/264). Mintage 600. ...
$960
1868 3CS PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (92/79 and 0/3+). NGC Census: (107/68 and 1/3+). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS P...
$1,170
1868 3cS PCGS/CAC Proof 63
$1,163
1868 3CS PR66+ PCGS. CAC. ...
$5,280
1868 3CS PR67 NGC. ...
$4,680
3CS 1868 PCGS PR65+ CAC
$1,821
1868 PR 55 ANACS. ...
$236
1868 3CS PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (11/238). NGC Census: (2/234). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC...
$588
1868 3CS --Cleaned--ICG. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (3/228). PCGS Population (3/217). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for...
$431
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
1861 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $20,400
1862 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $9,000
1863 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $24,000
1863/2 3cS PR
Worth: $470 – $13,200
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