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The 1888 Proof Three Cent Nickel is a fantastic type coin for its series because it is relatively affordable and has a higher mintage, at 4,582 coins. Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. With effort, examples with eye catching color and notable strikes can be located. Cameos bring a minor, gradual premium with the increase in rarity and desirability 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:
2859
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1888
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:
1888
Denomination:
3cN
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
4,582
Coinage Type:
Three cent nickel
Coinage Years:
1865-1889
Composition:
75% copper; 25% nickel
PCGS #:
3785
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Coin Value History
1888 3cN PR
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1888 3cN PR
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$7,500 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $6,250 | $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 |
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
1888 3CN PR64 PCGS. Housed in a Generation 3.0 green label holder. CDN: $395 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 4,582. ...
$610
1888 3CN PR61 NGC. NGC Census: 10 in 61, 948 finer (4/26). CDN: $245 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR61. Mintage 4,582. ...
$293
1888 3CN PR65 PCGS. CDN: $480 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR65. Mintage 4,582. ...
$732
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 Cameo (NGC).
$720
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67 (PCGS).
$900
1888 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (98/1094). Mintage 4,582. ...
$312
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof Details--Environmental Damage (PCGS).
$264
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-62 (PCGS).
$264
1888 3CN PR55 NGC. NGC Census: (3/894). PCGS Population: (4/1192). Mintage 4,582. ...
$192
1888 3CN PR58 PCGS. PCGS Population (7/1126). NGC Census: (1/887). Mintage: 4,582. ...
$188
1888 3CN PR68 NGC. ...
$3,055
1888 3CN -- Environmental Damage -- PCGS Genuine. Unc Details. NGC Census: (2/882). PCGS Population (2/1093). Mintage: 4,58...
$112
1888 3CN PR64 PCGS. CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR64. Mintage 4,582. ...
$488
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-61 (NGC).
$240
1888 3CN PR65 NGC. CAC. Housed in a Generation 4 fatty holder. CAC: 64 in 65, 99 finer (12/25). CDN: $450 Whsle. Bid for NG...
$854
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 (PCGS). CAC.
$720
1888 3CN PR67 PCGS. CAC. CAC Population: (34/0). Mintage 4,582. ...
$1,260
1888 3CN PR63 PCGS. PCGS Population: (97/1077). Mintage 4,582. ...
$276
1888 Nickel Three-Cent Piece. Proof Details--Reverse Improperly Cleaned (NGC).
$242
1888 3CN PR62 NGC. NGC Census: (16/863). PCGS Population: (33/1130). CDN: $200 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS PR62. Mintage 4,582....
$222
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