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The 1868 Proof Three Cent Nickel comes from a mintage of just 600 coins, most of which still exist. Common up to the gem level. PR65 and PR66 are scarce and all grades finer are rare. Examples with eye catching color and strong strikes are out there if you're up for the hunt. There is a small, gradual premium for cameos with an increase in rarity and desirability for deep cameos.
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:
2799
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1868
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:
1868
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3764
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Coin Value History
1868 3cN PR
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1868 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$4,200 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $3,500 | $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 |
| 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 |
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).
$915
1868 3CN PR63 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (2/23). Mintage 600. ...
$384
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (PCGS). OGH--First Generation.
$504
1868 3cN NGC/CAC Proof 66
$2,025
1868 3CN PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (1/175). PCGS Population: (1/172). CDN: $170 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR61. Mintage 600. ...
$276
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 (PCGS).
$7,200
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof. Unc Details--Spot Removed (PCGS).
$376
1868 3CN -- Cleaned, Corroded -- ANACS. PR60 Details. NGC Census: (0/169). PCGS Population (1/170). Mintage: 600. Numismedi...
$138
1868 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (4/165). PCGS Population (5/160). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in P...
$299
1868 3CN PR65 NGC. Housed in a Generation 4 fatty holder. NGC Census: (62/25). CDN: $575 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mint...
$720
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 (PCGS). CAC.
$258
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (NGC). CAC.
$408
1868 3CN PR66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (22/0). PCGS Population: (4/0). CDN: $900 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR66. Mi...
$2,280
1868 3CN PR67 NGC. Fully struck with lovely, deeply-...
$4,830
1868 3CN Proof Genuine PCGS. The PCGS number ending in .91 suggests questionable color as the reason, or perhaps one of...
$299
1868 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (4/164). PCGS Population (5/160). Mintage: 600. Numismedia Wsl. Price for NGC/PCGS coin in P...
$345
1868 3CN PR65 PCGS. Gold CAC. PCGS Population: (64/6). NGC Census: (63/23). CDN: $575 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage...
$1,380
1868 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 (PCGS). CAC.
$376
1868 3CN PR64 PCGS. PCGS Population: (75/70). NGC Census: (69/85). CDN: $400 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 600. ...
$444
1868 3CN PR66 NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (22/0). PCGS Population: (6/0). Mintage 600. ...
$810
3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]
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
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 PR
Worth: $165 – $4,500
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