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The Type 3 Proof Three Cent Silver was produced in order to have coinage between 1C and 5C, making it easier to exchange foreign coins (legal tender at the time) into U.S. currency. This final type lasted from 1859 through 1873 and includes some of the great varieties and toned type coins across the entire series.
Obverse Description
A six-pointed star with a harp in the center is surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on the periphery and the date positioned at the bottom. For the type III issues (1859-73) there is a single frame line around the star.
Reverse Description
The roman numeral III is centered in the design ensconced in a large, bejeweled letter C surrounded by 13 stars on the periphery. An olive sprig is added above the roman numerals.
Catalog Information
GSID:
79405
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
III
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
0.75 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0241 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0217 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
14
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Type 3
Variety 2:
1859-1873
Coin Date:
3-Cent Silver
Denomination:
3cS
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Three cent silver
Coinage Years:
1859-1873
Composition:
0.9 silver; 0.1 copper
PCGS #:
93707
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Coin Value History
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR DCAM [Type]
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3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR DCAM [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$26,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $18,500 | $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 Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200815/254d9964-9488-433b-8df0-389914c4dd45.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $200,000 – $240,000
1851 3cS PR
Worth: $200,000 – $240,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/legendauctions_hibid_com_lot_47237878-0.20200717044549369.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,500 – $60,000
1854 3cS PR
Worth: $6,000 – $54,000
1855 3cS PR
Worth: $3,000 – $40,000
1856 3cS PR
Worth: $2,000 – $36,000
1857 3cS PR
Worth: $1,800 – $30,000
1858 3cS PR
Worth: $1,500 – $60,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/18663csPR.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $400 – $17,000
1859 3cS PR
Worth: $500 – $8,400
1860 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $12,000
1861 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $20,400
1862 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $9,000
1863 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $24,000
1863/2 3cS PR
Worth: $470 – $13,200
1872 3CS PR66 Ultra Cameo NGC....
$6,600
1866 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Deep Cameo (PCGS).
$4,080
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Close 3. Proof-64 Ultra Cameo (NGC).
$3,600
1873 3CS PR67 Deep Cameo PCGS. ...
$15,600
1868 NGC PR-61 Ultra Cameo
$1,293
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 Deep Cameo (PCGS).
$9,600
1873 3CS PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. ...
$4,440
1866 3cS PCGS/CAC Proof 64 DCAM
$3,400
1863 3CS PR67+ Ultra Cameo NGC. ...
$15,275
1868 3CS PR61 Ultra Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (1/1). PCGS Population (0/1). ...
$1,369
1865 3CS PR66+ Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$28,800
1870 3CS PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (1/1 and 0/0+). NGC Census: (0/1 and 0/0+). PR65. ...
$4,320
1873 3CS PR64+ Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (2/5 and 1/1+). NGC Census: (2/3 and 0/1+). PR64. ...
$3,840
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR67 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. ...
$14,100
1864 3cS NGC Proof 66 UCAM
$9,750
1866 3CS PR65 Deep Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$4,201
3CS 1872 PCGS PR64 DCAM
$3,172
1873 3CS PR67 ★ Ultra Cameo NGC. ...
$12,650
1873 3CS PR66+ Ultra Cameo NGC. ...
$6,600
3CS 1866 PCGS PR65 DCAM CAC
$4,935
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