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With a mintage of a mere 950 coins, the 1872 Proof Three Cent Nickel is common throughout all grades except for the absolute finest gems, as most of the coins are still in existence. It can be difficult, but not impossible, to find examples with attractive color and strong strike. Cameos garner a slight premium with an the increase in rarity and desirability for 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:
2811
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1872
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:
1872
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
950
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3768
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Coin Value History
1872 3cN PR
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1872 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$4,500 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $3,750 | $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 |
3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/18673cn.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
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
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
1879 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,500
1872 3CN PR65 PCGS. CDN: $565 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 950. ...
$641
1872 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 (NGC). CAC.
$915
1872 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 (PCGS).
$390
1872 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (PCGS).
$456
1872 3CN PR67 NGC. NGC Census: (5/0). PCGS Population: (1/0). CDN: $3,000 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR67. Mintage 950. ...
$2,400
1872 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof. Unc Details--Scratch (PCGS).
$168
1872 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-62 (PCGS).
$212
1872 3CN -- Corroded, Improperly Cleaned -- NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/364). PCGS Population (0/348). Mintage: 950. Numisme...
$106
1872 3CN PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population (3/322). NGC Census: (0/321). Mintage: 950. (#3768)...
$253
1872 3CN
$175
1872 3CN PR65 PCGS. CDN: $505 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 950. ...
$671
1872 3CN PR66 PCGS. PCGS Population: 28 in 66, 2 finer (2/26). CDN: $660 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR66. Mintage 950. ...
$824
1872 3CN PR63 NGC. NGC Census: 32 in 63, 335 finer (4/26). CDN: $365 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintage 950. ...
$403
1872 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64 (PCGS).
$432
3CN 1872 PCGS PR67
$2,174
1872 3CN PR62 PCGS. PCGS Population (16/313). NGC Census: (14/340). Mintage: 950. Numismedia Wsl. Price for problem free NG...
$282
1872 3CN --Corroded, Improperly Cleaned--PR60 NCS. Proof. NGC Census: (0/329). PCGS Population (0/323). Mintage: 950. Numis...
$207
1872 3CN PR65 PCGS. Mintage 950. ...
$492
1872 3CN PR66+★ NGC. CAC. CAC Population: (13/0). Mintage 950. ...
$1,140
1872 3CN PR63 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 1.2 "rattler" holder. PCGS Population: 55 in 63, 314 finer (11/25). CDN: $325 Wh...
$641
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