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The 1866 Proof Three Cent Nickel comes from a low mintage of just 725 coins with most pieces surviving. Common up to the gem level in which PR65 and PR66 are scarce and PR67 is rare with just a handful existing. Attractive color and strong strikes can be located with some effort. 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:
2793
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1866
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:
1866
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
725
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3762
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Coin Value History
1866 3cN PR
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1866 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$6,750 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $5,500 | $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 |
3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/18673cn.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $165 – $4,500
1865 3cN PR
Worth: $600 – $7,500
1867 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,080
1868 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $3,360
1869 3cN PR
Worth: $231 – $3,900
1870 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,200
1871 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $2,700
1872 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $3,600
1873 3cN Closed 3 PR
Worth: $165 – $4,200
1874 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $3,900
1875 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $1,004
1876 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,080
1877 3cN PR
Worth: $860 – $3,600
1878 3cN PR
Worth: $480 – $8,400
1879 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,500
1866 3CN PR64 NGC. NGC Census: 92 in 64 (1 in 64?), 77 finer (6/26). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 725. ...
$610
1866 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65+ (PCGS).
$1,129
1866 3CN PR63 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 2.1 green label holder. PCGS Population: 39 in 63, 193 finer (11/25). CDN: $325 ...
$586
1866 3CN PR66+ NGC. NGC Census: (15/1 and 1/0+). PCGS Population: (26/2 and 0/0+). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66...
$1,260
1866 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (9/186). PCGS Population: (9/231). CDN: $235 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 725. ...
$252
1866 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof Details--Corrosion (NGC).
$376
1866 3CN -- Spot Removed -- PR Genuine PCGS. UNC Details. NGC Census: (1/197). PCGS Population (0/224). Mintage: 725. Numis...
$182
1866 3CN PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population (2/221). NGC Census: (1/193). Mintage: 725. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $242. (#3762)...
$254
1866 3CN PR64 PCGS. CDN: $474 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 725. ...
$641
1866 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).
$780
1866 3CN PR63 NGC. Housed in a Generation 5 fatty holder. NGC Census: (24/164). Mintage 725....
$325
1866 3CN PR66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (24/2). NGC Census: (16/1). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 725...
$1,626
1866 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (5/183). PCGS Population (6/214). Mintage: 725. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/P...
$230
1866 3CN PR64 PCGS. Mintage 725. ...
$456
1866 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (NGC).
$780
1866 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (39/194). Mintage 725. ...
$288
1866 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (16/1). PCGS Population: (22/2). CDN: $1,050 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 725. ...
$870
1866 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (5/183). PCGS Population (7/218). Mintage: 725. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in P...
$345
1866 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (115/79). NGC Census: (91/71). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 725. ...
$408
3CN 1866 PCGS PR65 CAC GOLD
$3,525
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