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The 1887 Proof Three Cent Nickel comes from a moderate mintage of 2,960, which makes it a great type coin. This issue comes with a very weak overdate as faint signs of a six can be seen behind the seven. 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.
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:
2857
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1887
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:
1887
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
2,960
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
83783
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Coin Value History
1887 3cN PR CAM
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR67 |
|
$6,000 | $1,234 |
| PR67 | - | $5,000 | $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 |
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
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
3CN 1887/(6) PCGS PR66 CAM CAC
$1,469
1887(6) 3CN PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (3/20). NGC Census: (3/5). From The E.B. Strickland Collection. ...
$480
1887(6) 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (6/14). NGC Census: (4/1). From The Carnton Collection, Part II ...
$660
1887(6) 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. ...
$4,465
1887 3CN PR63 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (1/16). NGC Census: (0/4). (#83783)...
$431
1887/(6) 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,175
1887 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (8/17). NGC Census: (5/2). CDN: $410 Whsle. Bid for problem-free NGC/PCGS PR65. ...
$646
1887 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. ...
$4,465
1887/(6) 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: (11/3). NGC Census: (1/0)....
$1,292
1887 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 Cameo (NGC).
$764
1887 3CN PR67 Cameo PCGS. ...
$5,875
1887/(6) 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,410
1887 3CN PR65 Cameo NGC. ...
$1,035
1887/6 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. FS-302. ...
$1,762
1887 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population (5/9). NGC Census: (3/0). (#83783)...
$805
1887/(6) 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. ...
$1,528
1887 3CN PR65 Cameo NGC. A pleasingly cameo contrasted proof Gem with faint golden color sprinkled across both obverse and ...
$862
1887 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. ...
$1,495
1887 3CN PR65 Cameo PCGS. This late date proof Three Cent Nickel is untoned, with solid contrast between the devices and fi...
$1,092
1887 3CN PR66 Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$1,610
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