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The 1880 Proof Three Cent Nickel is the ultimate type coin for its series as the mintage rises drastically to approximately twice that of recent issues, at 6,609 coins. Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. Attractive color and strong strikes can be found with some searching. Cameos bring a minor, gradual premium with the increase in rarity and desirability coming from the deep cameos.
Obverse Description
A Romanesque Liberty is portrayed facing left with LIBERTY emblazoned on her crown. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA appears on the periphery with the date at the bottom.
Reverse Description
The roman numeral III is centered in the design surrounded by a large wreath tied with a bow at the bottom. This design is one of few American coins without wording on one of the sides.
Catalog Information
GSID:
2844
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1883
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
III
Weight (gr):
1.94 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0624 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
17.9
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1883
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
6,609
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3779
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Coin Value History
1883 3cN PR
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1883 3cN PR
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$5,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $4,100 | $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 |
1883 3CN PR65 PCGS. Mintage 6,609. ...
$480
1883 3CN PR64 PCGS. Mintage 6,609. ...
$336
1883 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (81/1842). Mintage 6,609. ...
$276
1883 3CN PR63 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. Mintage 6,609....
$336
1883 3CN PR66 PCGS. Mintage 6,609. ...
$516
1883 3CN PR67 PCGS. PCGS Population: (95/8 and 13/1+). NGC Census: (89/5 and 5/1+). CDN: $720 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67....
$750
1883 3CN PR68 NGC. JD-1, R.1....
$3,240
1883 3CN PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (17/1430). PCGS Population: (9/1872). CDN: $215 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR61. Mintage 6,609....
$222
1883 3CN PR40 NGC. NGC Census: (4/1489). PCGS Population: (8/1954). Mintage 6,609. ...
$456
1883 3C -- Polished -- ANACS. PR60 Details. ...
$240
1883 3CN PR55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (17/1864). NGC Census: (8/1425). Mintage 6,609. ...
$204
1883 3CN PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population (31/1715). NGC Census: (14/1368). Mintage: 6,609. ...
$646
1883 3CN PR53 NGC. NGC Census: (2/1358). PCGS Population (3/1671). Mintage: 6,609. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free N...
$212
$632
1883 3CN--Corroded-- PR 50 ANACS.AU Details,...
$161
1883 3CN PR65 PCGS. Mintage 6,609. ...
$504
1883 3CN PR64 PCGS. Mintage 6,609. ...
$332
1883 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (69/1719). NGC Census: (53/1319). PR62. Mintage 6,609. ...
$192
1883 3CN PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (109/1285). PCGS Population: (193/1619). CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 6,6...
$252
1883 3CN PR66 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 6,609....
$420
3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]
Worth: $160 – $4,500
1865 3cN PR
Worth: $550 – $7,500
1866 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $5,400
1867 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $4,080
1868 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $3,360
1869 3cN PR
Worth: $220 – $3,900
1870 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $4,200
1871 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $2,700
1872 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $3,600
1873 3cN Closed 3 PR
Worth: $160 – $4,200
1874 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $3,900
1875 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $840
1876 3cN PR
Worth: $160 – $4,080
1877 3cN PR
Worth: $860 – $3,120
1878 3cN PR
Worth: $480 – $7,800
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