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The Type 2 Proof Three Cent Silver was produced in order to have coinage between 1C and 5C, making it easier to exchange foreign coins (legal tender at the time) into U.S. currency. This type lasted from 1854 through 1858 and was produced with more silver (90%) than the first type, yet, at the same time, the weight was cut down a bit. These dates are low mintage rarities with attractive toning and even more rare cameos.
Obverse Description
A six-pointed star with a harp in the center is surrounded by UNITED STATES OF AMERICA on the periphery and the date positioned at the bottom. For the type II issues (1854-58) there are two frame lines around the star.
Reverse Description
The roman numeral III is centered in the design ensconced in a large, bejeweled letter C surrounded by 13 stars on the periphery. An olive sprig is added above the roman numerals.
Catalog Information
GSID:
73781
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Reverse Lettering:
III
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
0.75 gr
Weight (oz):
0.0241 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.0217 oz
Strike Type:
Proof
Diameter:
14
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
Type 2
Variety 2:
1854-1858
Coin Date:
3-Cent Silver
Denomination:
3cS
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Coinage Type:
Three cent silver
Coinage Years:
1859-1873
Composition:
0.9 silver; 0.1 copper
PCGS #:
3700
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Coin Value History
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]
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3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]
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Greysheet & CPG® Values
| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$72,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $60,000 | $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 |
| PR60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| PR60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 1, 1851-1853 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/Catalog/20200815/254d9964-9488-433b-8df0-389914c4dd45.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $200,000 – $240,000
1851 3cS PR
Worth: $200,000 – $240,000
1854 3cS PR
Worth: $6,000 – $54,000
1855 3cS PR
Worth: $3,000 – $40,000
1856 3cS PR
Worth: $2,000 – $36,000
1857 3cS PR
Worth: $1,800 – $30,000
1858 3cS PR
Worth: $1,500 – $60,000
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 3, 1859-1873 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/18663csPR.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $400 – $17,000
1859 3cS PR
Worth: $500 – $8,400
1860 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $12,000
1861 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $20,400
1862 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $9,000
1863 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $24,000
1863/2 3cS PR
Worth: $470 – $13,200
1864 3cS PR
Worth: $400 – $8,000
1856 3CS PR66 NGC. ...
$9,150
1858 3CS PR64 NGC. ...
$3,904
1856 3CS PR63 PCGS....
$7,500
1858 3CS PR65 NGC....
$3,840
1858 3CS PR67 PCGS. CAC. ...
$33,600
1857 3cS PCGS Proof 62
$2,550
1858 3CS PR68 NGC. ...
$37,015
1856 3CS --Scratched--NCS. Proof AU Details. NGC Census: (0/13). PCGS Population (0/18). (#3703)...
$460
1858 3CS PR66 CACG....
$8,400
1858 3CS PR64 NGC....
$3,600
1858 3cS PCGS Proof 63
$1,825
1857 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).
$7,200
1858 3CS PR67 NGC. CAC. ...
$13,380
1857 3CS PR62 PCGS. ...
$2,506
1858 3CS PR68 NGC. ...
$57,500
1858 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-66 (PCGS).
$7,800
1854 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-64+ (PCGS). CAC. CMQ.
$55,200
1858 3cS PCGS/CAC Proof 63 ex: D.L. Hansen
$2,500
1858 3cS NGC Proof 65
$4,055
1858 3CS PR67 NGC. CAC. ...
$13,200
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