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The 1874 Proof Three Cent Nickel had a mintage of only 700 coins with most pieces surviving. Common through PR65 and scarce at PR66. Any finer examples would be deemed rare. A slight premium is associated with cameos and deep cameos are considered rare and in demand. With some searching, collectors will certainly find specimens with gorgeous color and noteworthy strikes.
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:
2818
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1874
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:
1874
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
700
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
83770
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Coin Value History
1874 3cN PR CAM
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1874 3cN PR CAM
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$5,750 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $4,500 | $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 |
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
1866 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $5,400
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 – $932
1876 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,080
1877 3cN PR
Worth: $860 – $3,600
1878 3cN PR
Worth: $480 – $8,400
1874 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: 40 in 65 (1 in 65+) Cameo, 45 finer. CAC: 11 in 65, 33 finer (5/26). Minta...
$1,342
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. JD-1. Rarity-2. Proof-67 Cameo (NGC).
$3,172
1874 3CN PR66+ Cameo PCGS. CAC. Ex: D.L. Hansen Collection. CAC Population: (30/3). Mintage 700....
$1,440
1874 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS Secure. PCGS Population: (10/72). NGC Census: (13/64). PR64....
$252
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Repunched Date. Proof-65 Cameo (PCGS).
$854
1874 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. JD-1, R.2....
$3,360
1874 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (36/5). NGC Census: (31/9). PR66. Mintage 700. ...
$1,080
1874 3CN PR64 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (13/64). PCGS Population: (10/72). PR64. ...
$264
1874 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: 40 in 65 (1 in 65+) Cameo, 45 finer (5/26). Mintage 700. ...
$793
3CN 1874 PCGS PR67 CAM CAC
$4,700
1874 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (37/5). NGC Census: (30/9). PR66. ...
$870
1874 3CN PR64 Cameo NGC. EX: "E.B. Strickland Collection". NGC Census: (15/64). PCGS Population: (9/91). CDN: $300 Whsle. B...
$264
1874 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: 40 in 65 (1 in 65+) Cameo, 45 finer (4/26). Mintage 700. ...
$946
1874 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. ...
$2,760
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 Cameo (NGC). CAC.
$780
1874 3CN PR64 Cameo ANACS. ...
$489
1874 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: 40 in 65 (1 in 65+) Cameo, 45 finer (3/26). Mintage 700. ...
$980
1874 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. ...
$2,640
1874 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (37/5). NGC Census: (30/9). PR66. ...
$840
1874 3cN PCGS Proof 64 Cameo
$518
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