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The 1880 Proof Three Cent Nickel is the ultimate type coin for its series as the mintage rises drastically to approximately twice that of recent issues, at 6,609 coins. Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. Attractive color and strong strikes can be found with some searching. Cameos bring a minor, gradual premium with the increase in rarity and desirability coming from the 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:
2845
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1883
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:
1883
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
6,609
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
83779
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Coin Value History
1883 3cN PR CAM
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$6,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $5,000 | $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 |
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. JD-3. Rarity-1. Proof-67 Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$1,200
1883 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (51/133). ...
$600
1883 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (64/31). ...
$576
3CN 1883 PCGS PR64 CAM CAC
$352
1883 3CN PR68 Cameo PCGS. ...
$3,840
1883 3CN PR63 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (3/182). NGC Census: (3/111). ...
$441
1883 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (44/1). ...
$1,080
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (PCGS).
$528
1883 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (83/51). NGC Census: (57/30). PR66. ...
$480
1883 3CN PR64 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (14/116). PCGS Population: (44/184). PR64. ...
$264
3CN 1883 PCGS PR68 CAM CAC
$9,106
1883 3CN PR63 Cameo PCGS....
$518
1883 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (44/1). ...
$1,020
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (PCGS).
$456
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 Cameo (NGC).
$600
1883 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (43/180). NGC Census: (13/111). CDN: $300 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS P...
$300
3CN 1883 PCGS PR68 CAM CAC
$9,694
1883 PR 63 Cameo NGC. ...
$322
1883 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (25/6). ...
$870
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (NGC).
$432
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
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
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