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The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the 3-Cent Silver, Proof (1851–1873) series of 3-Cent Pieces in the U.S. Coins contains 3 distinct entries with CPG® values between $525.00 and $9,750.00.
Proof 3 cent silver coins were struck from 1854 through 1873 and cover most years of the series, which spanned from 1851 through 1873. All 3 cent silver coins, designed by Engraver James B. Longacre, are scarce and generally priced in the mid hundreds and up.



3 cent silver coins, also known as "trimes," were used for the purpose of purchasing postage, which was 3 cents per letter in the early 1850s. The denomination was also popular for other uses in commerce but was phased out in 1873 along with other denominations, including the 2 cent coin and ...

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  3-Cent Silver, Proof (1851–1873) Value Range Favorite
3-Cent Silver, Proof (1851–1873) Value Range  
1870 3cS PR
$525
-
$9,750
$525 - $9,750
1870 3cS PR CAM
$1,200
-
$2,800
$1,200 - $2,800
1870 3cS PR DCAM
-
 

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Greysheet Catalog Details

The Greysheet Catalog (GSID) of the 3-Cent Silver, Proof (1851–1873) series of 3-Cent Pieces in the U.S. Coins contains 3 distinct entries with CPG® values between $525.00 and $9,750.00.
Proof 3 cent silver coins were struck from 1854 through 1873 and cover most years of the series, which spanned from 1851 through 1873. All 3 cent silver coins, designed by Engraver James B. Longacre, are scarce and generally priced in the mid hundreds and up.



3 cent silver coins, also known as "trimes," were used for the purpose of purchasing postage, which was 3 cents per letter in the early 1850s. The denomination was also popular for other uses in commerce but was phased out in 1873 along with other denominations, including the 2 cent coin and ...

Catalog Detail