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Like the 1884, the 1885 Proof Three Cent Nickel is a great type coin for the very same reasons, affordability and higher mintage (3,790 coins struck). Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. Beautiful examples in terms of color and strike can be found with some effort. Cameos bring a small, gradual premium, while deep cameos are rare and desirable.
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:
2851
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1885
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:
1885
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
3,790
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
83781
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Coin Value History
1885 3cN PR CAM
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1885 3cN PR CAM
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$18,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $15,000 | $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 |
1885 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: 32 in 65 (2 in 65+) Cameo, 68 finer (2/26). ...
$671
1885 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (49/15). ...
$840
1885 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (13/1 and 3/0+). NGC Census: (14/0 and 0/0+). PR67. ...
$1,620
1885 3cN NGC/CAC Proof 64 CAM
$460
1885 3CN PR68 ★ Cameo NGC. ...
$13,225
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (NGC).
$528
1885 3CN PR66+ Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (49/14 and 1/3+). NGC Census: (47/16 and 3/0+). PR66. ...
$1,140
1885 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (14/0). PCGS Population: (13/1). PR67. ...
$1,260
1885 3CN PR64 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (17/75). PCGS Population (22/77). ...
$364
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (NGC).
$552
1885 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (49/14). NGC Census: (46/14). PR66. ...
$1,020
1885 3CN PR67 Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (15/0). PCGS Population: (16/1). PR67. Ex: Bowers and Merena (2/2006), lot 94...
$1,380
1885 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 Cameo (PCGS).
$483
1885 3CN PR65 Cameo NGC. CAC. NGC Census: (32/63). PCGS Population: (30/63). PR65. ...
$660
1885 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (47/14). NGC Census: (40/14). PR66. From The Michelle McCaulley Memor...
$600
1885 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (14/1). NGC Census: (15/0). PR67. ...
$2,220
1885 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (18/67). NGC Census: (12/54). (#83781)...
$475
1885 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (29/62). NGC Census: (30/58). PR65. ...
$480
1885 3CN PR66 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (39/12). PCGS Population: (46/14). PR66. ...
$600
1885 3CN PR67+ Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$2,760
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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