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The 1879 Proof Three Cent Nickel is a fantastic type coin for its series as it is relatively affordable and has a higher mintage of 3,200 coins. Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. There is a modest premium for cameos. Deep cameos are increasingly rare and coveted. Eye catching color and strong strikes can be found with some searching.
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:
2833
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1879
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:
1879
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,200
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
83775
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Coin Value History
1879 3cN PR CAM
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1879 3cN PR CAM
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$6,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $5,000 | $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 |
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
1879 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: 73 in 66 Cameo (5 in 66+), 49 finer (3/26). ...
$805
1879 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 Cameo (NGC). CAC.
$630
1879 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (NGC).
$480
1879 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. JD-1. Rarity-1. High Date. Proof-68 Cameo (NGC).
$3,840
1879 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 Cameo (NGC).
$960
1879 3CN PR63 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (2/136). PCGS Population: (3/186). CDN: $265 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR63...
$247
1879 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (67/43). ...
$780
1879 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (28/163). NGC Census: (16/125). PR64. ...
$288
1879 3CN PR65 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (47/110). ...
$432
1879 3CN PR68 Cameo NGC. JD-1, R.1....
$6,600
1879 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (42/1). NGC Census: (32/10). PR67. ...
$1,320
1879 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (67/43). ...
$504
1879 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (29/152). NGC Census: (16/119). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS P...
$423
1879 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (44/116). NGC Census: (43/95). PR65. From The Maurice Storck Collectio...
$480
1879 3CN PR68 Cameo NGC. JD-1, R.1....
$3,000
1879 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (32/10). PCGS Population: (42/1). PR67. ...
$803
1879 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (75/43). NGC Census: (66/43). PR66. ...
$630
1879 3CN PR64 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (18/110). PCGS Population (26/135). ...
$329
1879 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (PCGS).
$456
1879 3CN PR68 Cameo NGC....
$4,080
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