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Like the 1884, the 1885 Proof Three Cent Nickel is a great type coin for the very same reasons, affordability and higher mintage (3,790 coins struck). Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. Beautiful examples in terms of color and strike can be found with some effort. Cameos bring a small, gradual premium, while deep cameos are rare and desirable.
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:
2850
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1885
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:
1885
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,790
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3781
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Coin Value History
1885 3cN PR
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1885 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$11,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $9,500 | $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 |
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
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).
$641
1885 3CN PR64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CDN: $395 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 3,790. ...
$671
1885 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: 46 in 62, 941 finer (3/26). CDN: $280 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 3,790. ...
$378
1885 3CN PR61 ANACS. Mintage 3,790. ...
$300
1885 3CN PR66 PCGS. Mintage 3,790. ...
$600
1885 3CN PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (16/1300). Mintage 3,790. ...
$408
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-55 (PCGS).
$1,440
1885 3CN PR63 PCGS. Mintage 3,790. ...
$336
1885 3CN PR67 NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (31/0). Mintage 3,790. ...
$960
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-60 (ANACS).
$408
$575
1885 3CN Proof, Improperly Cleaned, NCS....
$431
1885 3CN PR65 PCGS. CDN: $530 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 3,790. ...
$641
1885 3CN JD-1, R.1, PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: 1 in 64, 0 finer (1/26). Mintage 3,790....
$793
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-62 (NGC).
$360
1885 3CN PR61 PCGS Secure. PCGS Population: (8/1163 and 0/9+). NGC Census: (8/878 and 0/8+). PR61. Mintage 3,790. ...
$216
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 (PCGS).
$600
1885 3CN PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population: (13/1232 and 0/16+). NGC Census: (12/903 and 0/9+). Mintage 3,790. From The Tor...
$408
1885 3CN PR55 PCGS. PCGS Population: (7/1177). NGC Census: (3/893). Mintage 3,790. ...
$600
1885 3CN PR63 PCGS. Mintage 3,790. ...
$750
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