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1875 MPD 3-Cent Nickel PR FS-301 Values
Details
With a low mintage of just 700 coins, most of which are still in existence, the 1875 Proof Three Cent Nickel is common up to PR66; at which point, this coin becomes scarce. All finer specimens are rare. With effort, collectors can locate examples with eye catching color and a strong strike. Cameos have a small premium associated with them; while deep cameos are significantly more rare and coveted.
Obverse: 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: 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.
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
700
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
Varieties and Classification
Variety:
MPD
Variety 2:
FS-301
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
1.94 gr
Weight:
0.0624 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
17.9 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
Design Details
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1875
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
III
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
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