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The 1878 provides a massive jump in mintage for the Proof Three Cent Nickel Series with 2,350 pieces struck. Common up to PR66, which is scarce. Anything finer would be considered rare. Collectors should not fear as examples with stunning color and strong strike can be located with some effort. Cameos bring a small, gradual premium with an increase in rarity and demand 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:
2829
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1878
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:
1878
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,350
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3774
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Coin Value History
1878 3cN PR
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1878 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$10,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $8,750 | $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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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![3-Cent Nickel 3cN 1865-1889 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/18673cn.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
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Worth: $165 – $5,400
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Worth: $165 – $4,080
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Worth: $165 – $3,360
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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
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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
1879 3cN PR
Worth: $165 – $4,500
1878 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: 92 in 63 (1 in 63+), 675 finer (6/26). CDN: $760 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR63. Mintag...
$855
1878 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. JD-1. Rarity-1. Proof-66+ (PCGS).
$1,342
1878 3CN PR65 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CDN: $750 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 2,350. ...
$1,159
1878 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof. Unc Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).
$504
1878 3CN PR64+ PCGS. CDN: $645 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 2,350. ...
$660
1878 3CN PR61 PCGS. PCGS Population: (4/771 and 0/15+). Mintage 2,350. ...
$720
1878 3CN PR68 NGC. JD-1, R.1....
$3,600
1878 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67+ (PCGS). CAC.
$6,000
1878 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (20/495). PCGS Population: (27/733). CDN: $635 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 2,350. ...
$660
1878 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-45 (PCGS).
$552
1878 3CN PR60 NGC. NGC Census: (2/507). PCGS Population: (1/756). CDN: $625 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR60. Mintage 2,350. ...
$504
1878 3CN PR58 NGC. NGC Census: (3/510). PCGS Population: (5/735). Mintage 2,350. ...
$550
1878 3CN PR20 PCGS. PCGS Population (1/689). NGC Census: (0/508). Mintage: 2,350. ...
$588
1878 3CN PR25 PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (1/689). NGC Census: (0/508). Mintage: 2,350. (#3774)...
$600
$632
1878 3CN PR35 NGC. ...
$748
1878 3CN --Cleaned--ANACS. VF30 Details. NGC Census: (1/478). PCGS Population (1/676). Mintage: 2,350. (#3774)...
$575
1878 3CN PR40 ANACS. PCGS Population: (0/659). NGC Census: (0/463). Mintage: 2,350. ...
$676
1878 3CN PR63 ANACS. Housed in an ANA cache holder. Mintage 2,350....
$750
1878 3CN PR66+ NGC. Mintage 2,350....
$990
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