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The 1883 Three Cent Nickel comes from a miniscule mintage of just 4,000 coins originally struck with only a small fraction still in existence. Scarcity begins in the AU range for this key issue. Gradual increase in rarity from MS62 through MS64 prior to a price jump into gem. All gems are extremely rare.
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:
2784
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:
Business
Diameter:
17.9
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Coin Date:
1883
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
4,000
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3751
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Coin Value History
1883 3cN MS
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1883 3cN MS
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS68 |
|
$57,500 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $48,000 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $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 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 MS [Type]
Worth: $7 – $14,400
1865 3cN MS
Worth: $9 – $12,000
1866 3cN MS
Worth: $7 – $8,400
1867 3cN MS
Worth: $9 – $5,000
1868 3cN MS
Worth: $7 – $7,800
1869 3cN MS
Worth: $7 – $7,200
1870 3cN MS
Worth: $9 – $8,000
1871 3cN MS
Worth: $9 – $6,600
1872 3cN MS
Worth: $9 – $7,800
1873 3cN Closed 3 MS
Worth: $12 – $6,200
1873 3CN Open 3 MS
Worth: $12 – $3,600
1874 3cN MS
Worth: $9 – $9,000
1875 3cN MS
Worth: $12 – $7,800
1876 3cN MS
Worth: $13 – $2,400
1879 3cN MS
Worth: $35 – $3,000
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. VF-20 (PCGS). CAC.
$732
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. MS-65 (PCGS).
$8,540
1883 3CN AU55 NGC. NGC Census: 9 in 55, 33 finer (4/26). CDN: $1,020 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 4,000. ...
$1,586
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. AU Details--Altered Surfaces (PCGS).
$780
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. AU-50 (PCGS).
$900
1883 3CN MS66 PCGS....
$16,200
1883 3CN AU58 NGC. NGC Census: (2/28). PCGS Population: (19/61). CDN: $1,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 4,000. ...
$1,140
1883 3CN MS64 PCGS. CAC....
$5,640
1883 3CN XF40 PCGS....
$666
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. MS-63 (NGC).
$2,880
1883 3CN MS62 PCGS. PCGS Population: (21/39). NGC Census: (4/22). CDN: $2,200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 4,000. ...
$1,860
1883 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. EF-45 (NGC).
$660
1883 3CN MS68 NGC....
$31,200
1883 3CN MS67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$36,000
1883 3CN AU53 PCGS. PCGS Population: (5/71). NGC Census: (0/34). Mintage 4,000. ...
$840
1883 3CN Fine 15 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/107). NGC Census: (0/45). Mintage: 4,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free ...
$352
1883 3CN VF30 NGC. NGC Census: (1/33). PCGS Population (0/53). Mintage: 4,000. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NGC/P...
$374
1883 3CN Fine12 ANACS. The current Coin Dealer Newsletter (Greysheet) wholesale "bid" price is $205.00....
$207
1883 3CN
$242
1883 3CN VF20 ANACS. Housed in a small-sized holder. Mintage 4,000....
$456
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