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The Type 1 Three Cent Silver was the first year and design for its series and denomination. Produced in order to have coinage between 1C and 5C, making it easier to exchange foreign coins (legal tender at the time) into U.S. currency. This type lasted from 1851 through 1853 and were produced with just 75% silver.
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 I issues (1851-53) there is no 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.
Book Reference
Designer: James B. Longacre. Weight: 0.80 gram. Composition: .750 silver, .250 copper. Diameter: 14 mm. Edge: Plain. Mints: Philadelphia, New Orleans.
Key to Collecting: Today, examples are plentiful in circulated grades. On the numismatic market, Mint State coins are seen with frequency, although gems are scarce. The only mintmark in the series, the 1851-O, is of this type. Most high-grade 1851-O trimes are very attractive. Such a coin might be of interest if you are looking for something special to include in your type set.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: Often lacking certain details of the shield. Check this feature carefully and also the strength of the III. Finding a truly sharp coin will take some doing.
Proof Coins: A few were made, but today they are unobtainable for all intents and purposes. Some prooflike circulation strikes have been expertized as “Proof.” Caveat emptor.
Catalog Information
GSID:
73773
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
III
Fineness:
0.75
Weight (gr):
0.8 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0257 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0193 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
14
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Type 1
Variety 2:
1851-1853
Coin Date:
3-Cent Silver
Denomination:
3cS
Designation:
MS
Mint Mark:
Various
Coinage Type:
Three cent silver
Coinage Years:
1851-1853
Composition:
0.75 silver; 0.25 copper
PCGS #:
3663
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Coin Value History
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 MS [Type]
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3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 MS [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$26,500 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $19,500 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $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 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
1851 3cS MS
Worth: $27 – $22,000
1851-O 3cS MS
Worth: $35 – $26,400
1852 3cS MS
Worth: $27 – $22,000
1853 3cS MS
Worth: $27 – $4,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 MS [Type]
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Worth: $30 – $75,000
1854 3cS MS
Worth: $33 – $75,000
1855 3cS MS
Worth: $45 – $48,000
1856 3cS MS
Worth: $32 – $36,000
1857 3cS MS
Worth: $30 – $18,000
1858 3cS MS
Worth: $30 – $75,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1872 MS [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1872 MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/134xxx/2918ff23-1d6d-4f34-9c9c-218c2c9c3fd4.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $30 – $19,800
1859 3cS MS
Worth: $30 – $24,000
1860 3cS MS
Worth: $30 – $40,000
1861 3cS MS
Worth: $30 – $19,800
1862 3cS MS
Worth: $30 – $19,800
1851 3CS MS64 PCGS. CDN: $410 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS64. Mintage 5,447,400. ...
$439
1853 3CS VF20 PCGS. PCGS Population: 28 in 20, 1363 finer (1/26). CDN: $58 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF20. Mintage 11,400,00...
$84
1851-O 3CS AU55 ANACS. Mintage 720,000. ...
$610
1851 3CS AU58 NGC. NGC Census: 67 in 58, 1239 finer (1/26). CDN: $190 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 5,447,400. ...
$232
1852 3CS MS65 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 71 in 65, 57 finer (12/25). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 18,663,500. ...
$854
1852 3CS MS66 PCGS. CDN: $850 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS66. Mintage 18,663,500. ...
$1,769
1853 3CS MS62 PCGS. CDN: $220 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 11,400,000. ...
$312
1851-O 3CS AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: 37 in 53, 605 finer (12/25). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 720,000...
$540
1851-O 3CS MS63 PCGS. CDN: $1,100 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 720,000. ...
$1,170
1852 3CS XF40 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 18,663,500. ...
$104
1851 3CS MS67 PCGS....
$3,600
1853 3CS XF45 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (2/171). Mintage 11,400,000. ...
$204
1851-O 3CS VF35 CACG. Mintage 720,000. ...
$204
1853 3CS VF25 NGC. NGC Census: (36/891). PCGS Population: (29/1272). CDN: $59 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF25. Mintage 11,400,...
$84
1851-O 3CS -- Scratched, Cleaned -- ANACS Details. VF30. Mintage 720,000. ...
$107
1851-O 3CS Fine 15 PCGS. PCGS Population: (10/771). NGC Census: (4/523). CDN: $85 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS Fine 15. Mintage ...
$159
1851-O 3CS -- Cleaned -- ANACS Details. AU50. Mintage 720,000....
$186
1851 3CS Three Cent Silver Piece -- Obverse Die Break -- Fine 12 ANACS....
$109
1853 3CS MS60 PCGS. Gold CAC. PCGS Population: (7/809). NGC Census: (2/631). CDN: $175 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS60. Mintag...
$420
1851-O 3cS NGC MS61
$586
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