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The 1869 Proof Three Cent Nickel comes from a low mintage, also, with a mere 600 coins struck and most pieces surviving. Common through PR65 and scarce at PR66. Anything finer would be considered rare. Attractive color and strong strikes can be found with some searching. Cameos garner a minor, gradual premium. Rarity and demand exist for deep cameos only.
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:
2802
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1869
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:
1869
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3765
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$4,900 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $4,050 | $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 |
3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]
Worth: $165 – $4,500
1865 3cN PR
Worth: $600 – $7,500
1866 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $5,400
1867 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,080
1868 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $3,360
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 – $932
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
1869 3CN PR64 NGC. CDN: $474 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 600. ...
$561
1869 3CN PR66★ NGC. NGC Census: (11/0 and 1/0*). Mintage 600. ...
$900
1869 3cN PCGS/CAC Proof 65
$775
3CN 1869 PCGS PR67
$3,055
1869 3CN PR63 ANACS. NGC Census: (18/203). PCGS Population (37/198). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free N...
$282
1869 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (5/226). PCGS Population (6/229).Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $242. (#3765)...
$276
1869 3CN PR60 ANACS....
$299
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (PCGS). OGH--First Generation.
$480
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 (PCGS).
$960
1869 3CN PR65 PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,020
$3,680
1869 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (38/198). NGC Census: (18/206). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NG...
$352
1869 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (113/84). NGC Census: (107/88). PR64. Mintage 600. From The William Rehwald Proo...
$432
1869 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (11/0). PCGS Population: (12/1). CDN: $600 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintag...
$528
1869 3CN PR65 NGC. NGC Census: (77/10). PCGS Population: (65/15). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 600. ...
$528
1869 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population (38/197). NGC Census: (18/205). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NG...
$288
1869 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (115/82). NGC Census: (107/91). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR64. M...
$288
1869 3CN PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/1). NGC Census: (11/0). Mintage 600. ...
$600
1869 3CN PR65 PCGS. PCGS Population: (65/15). NGC Census: (78/10). CDN: $500 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 600. ...
$492
1869 3cN NGC Proof 63
$279
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