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1870 3-Cent Nickel PR Values
Details
The 1869 Proof Three Cent Nickel comes from a slightly higher mintage of 1,000 coins. Common through PR65. Examples in PR66 are scarce and anything finer is considered rare. Eye appeal with regard to color and strong strikes are out there but require some effort to find. Cameos bring a small, gradual premium with rarity and desirability increasing with deep cameos.
Obverse: 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: 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.
Basic Information
GSID:
2805
Coin Date:
1870
Denomination:
3cN / 3-Cent Nickel
Designation:
PR
Mint & Coinage Details
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
1,000
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
Physical Characteristics
Weight:
1.94 gr
Weight:
0.0624 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
17.9 mm
Coin Shape:
Round
