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The 1869 Proof Three Cent Nickel comes from a low mintage, also, with a mere 600 coins struck and most pieces surviving. Common through PR65 and scarce at PR66. Anything finer would be considered rare. Attractive color and strong strikes can be found with some searching. Cameos garner a minor, gradual premium. Rarity and demand exist for deep cameos only.
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:
2804
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1869
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:
1869
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
93765
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$6,250 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $5,250 | $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 |
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
1869 3CN PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: 20 in 65 Deep Cameo, 25 finer. CAC: 7 in 65, 17 finer (1/26). ...
$2,684
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. JD-1. Rarity-2+. Proof-67 Ultra Cameo (NGC).
$3,840
1869 3CN PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (17/2). NGC Census: (13/4). PR66. ...
$2,880
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64+ Deep Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$1,680
1869 3CN PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (19/19). ...
$1,080
1869 3CN PR67+ Ultra Cameo NGC. ...
$6,600
1869 3CN PR66+ Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC....
$2,040
1869 3CN PR64 Ultra Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (3/18). PCGS Population (7/33). ...
$705
1869 3cN PCGS/CAC Proof 65 DCAM
$1,325
1869 3CN PR67 Ultra Cameo NGC. ...
$2,640
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 Deep Cameo (PCGS).
$2,040
1869 3CN PR64 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (3/16). PCGS Population (8/24). ...
$646
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Deep Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$960
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 Ultra Cameo (NGC).
$4,560
3CN 1869 PCGS PR66 DCAM
$1,146
1869 3CN PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,064
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Deep Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$840
1869 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 Deep Cameo (PCGS).
$11,750
1869 3CN PR66 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (17/2). NGC Census: (13/4). PR66. From The Maltese Collection. ...
$1,170
1869 3CN PR64 Deep Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (6/16). NGC Census: (2/15). (#93765)...
$690
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