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The 1886 Proof Three Cent Nickel is an ideal type coin for its series with a higher mintage of 4,290 coins struck and relative affordability. Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. Appealing color and strong strikes can be found with some searching. Small premiums for cameos with increased rarity and demand for 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:
2853
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1886
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:
1886
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
4,290
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3782
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Coin Value History
1886 3cN PR
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1886 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$5,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $4,100 | $1,234 |
| PR67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $1,234 | $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 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
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![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 – $1,004
1876 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,080
1877 3cN PR
Worth: $860 – $3,600
1878 3cN PR
Worth: $480 – $8,400
1886 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof. Unc Details--Spot Removed (PCGS).
$293
1886 3CN PR64 PCGS. CDN: $480 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 4,290. ...
$561
1886 3CN PR65 PCGS. CDN: $610 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 4,290. ...
$793
1886 3CN PR66 PCGS. CAC. CAC: 87 in 66, 61 finer (11/25). CDN: $535 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 4,290....
$793
1886 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: 28 in 62, 1350 finer (2/26). CDN: $350 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 4,290. ...
$378
1886 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 (NGC).
$840
1886 3CN PR63 PCGS. Mintage 4,290. ...
$336
1886 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-68 (NGC).
$2,880
1886 3CN -- Cleaned -- ANACS. Proof 60 Details. ...
$324
1886 3CN PR58 NGC. NGC Census: (9/984). PCGS Population: (7/1316). CDN: $315 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR58. Mintage 4,290. ...
$288
1886 3CN PR10 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (1/1332). NGC Census: (0/988). CDN: $270 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR10. Mintage 4,...
$384
1886 3CN PR55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (8/1304). NGC Census: (2/979). CDN: $310 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR55. Mi...
$384
1886 3CN PR50 ANACS. NGC Census: (2/977). PCGS Population: (4/1302). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR50. M...
$240
1886 3CN PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (6/950). PCGS Population: (10/1258). Mintage 4,290. ...
$300
1886 3CN PR35 PCGS. PCGS Population: (2/1270). NGC Census: (0/972). Mintage 4,290. ...
$352
1886 3CN -- Damaged -- ANACS. Proof VF Details. NGC Census: (1/970). PCGS Population (0/1214). Mintage: 4,290....
$64
1886 3CN PR30 ANACS....
$276
1886 3CN PR 12--Corroded,Scratched--ANACS, VF Details. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (Greysheet) wholesale "bid" price i...
$207
1886 PR 45 ANACS. ...
$294
1886 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. AU Details--Spot Removed (PCGS).
$236
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