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'The 1874 Proof Three Cent Nickel had a mintage of only 700 coins with most pieces surviving. Common through PR65 and scarce at PR66. Any finer examples would be deemed rare. A slight premium is associated with cameos and deep cameos are considered rare and in demand. With some searching, collectors will certainly find specimens with gorgeous color and noteworthy strikes.
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:
2817
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1874
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:
1874
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
700
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3770
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Coin Value History
1874 3cN PR
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1874 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$4,900 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $4,250 | $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 |
1874 3CN PR65 NGC. Mintage 700. ...
$516
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. JD-1. Rarity-2. Proof-67 (NGC).
$2,640
1874 3CN PR64 NGC. Mintage 700. ...
$336
1874 3CN PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (3/261). Mintage 700. ...
$264
1874 3CN PR63 NGC. NGC Census: (38/210). PCGS Population: (58/286). CDN: $265 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 700. ...
$276
1874 3CN PR66 PCGS. CAC. Ex: Teich Family Collection. PCGS Population: (24/5). NGC Census: (29/1). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for...
$960
1874 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (12/333). NGC Census: (6/239). CDN: $200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 700. ...
$240
1874 3CN Proof Genuine PCGS. The PCGS number ending in .91 suggests questionable color as the reason, or perhaps one of...
$253
1874 3CN --Environmental Damage--NCS. Proof. Gunmetal gray toning with pleasing gold and lilac iridescent highlights. Close ...
$172
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).
$504
3CN 1874 PCGS PR67+ CAC
$5,758
1874 3CN PR64 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (150/136). NGC Census: (87/127). CDN: $290 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage ...
$372
1874 3CN PR61 NGC. NGC Census: (2/257). PCGS Population: (1/359). CDN: $215 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR61. Mintage 700. ...
$216
1874 3cN NGC Proof 63
$330
1874 3CN PR66 NGC. NGC Census: (28/1). PCGS Population: (24/5). CDN: $650 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 700. ...
$630
1874 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (5/236). PCGS Population (11/305). Mintage: 700. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/...
$200
1874 3CN PR65 NGC. Mintage 700. ...
$456
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 (PCGS).
$3,600
1874 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (NGC).
$360
1874 3CN PR61 ANACS. Dusky apricot and gray-blue patina. ...
$122
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
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
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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