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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 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:
2820
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1875
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:
1875
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
700
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3771
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Coin Value History
1875 3cN PR
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1875 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR66 |
|
$1,250 | $1,234 |
| PR66 | - | $1,150 | $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
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
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
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 (PCGS).
$415
1875 3CN PR64 NGC. CDN: $395 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 700. ...
$525
1875 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: 22 in 66 (4 in 66+), 2 finer (3/26). CDN: $760 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 700. ...
$1,129
1875 3CN PR65 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: 77 in 65 (2 in 65*), 22 finer. CAC: 30 in 65, 13 finer (11/25). CDN: $575 Whsle. Bid fo...
$720
1875 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (13/329). NGC Census: (5/230). CDN: $200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 700. ...
$198
1875 3CN
$167
1875 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (74/264). Mintage 700. ...
$350
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (PCGS).
$384
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 (NGC).
$780
1875 3CN PR65 PCGS. This piece is housed in a green PCGS label holder. PCGS Population: (95/25). NGC Census: (74/17). CDN: ...
$660
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-62 (PCGS).
$212
1875 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (74/263). NGC Census: (26/209). CDN: $260 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 700. ...
$288
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (NGC).
$336
1875 3CN PR66 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (23/1). NGC Census: (15/1). CDN: $700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 700. ...
$780
1875 3CN Misplaced Date, FS-301, JD-1, R.3, PR65 NGC....
$690
1875 3CN PR62 ANACS. NGC Census: (4/195). PCGS Population (10/267). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price: $246. (#3771)...
$207
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 (PCGS). OGH.
$264
1875 3cN PCGS Proof 64 (MPD FS-301)
$413
1875 3CN PR66+ NGC. NGC Census: (14/1). PCGS Population: (22/1). CDN: $700 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 700....
$780
1875 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS). CAC.
$660
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