Three Cent Nickels & Silvers

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There are 9 Coins for Sale. New coin(s) added on October 19, 2024

Photo	Date	Grade	TPG	GFRC Rating	Price	Description	Buy
Three Cent Silvers
	1857	MS64	NGC 6815420004	Choice	$1500	Type 2, Superb Bright Light Eye Appeal, Brilliant Frosted Luster. Brilliant frosted luster becoming readily apparent when first viewing this 1857 Type 2 trime under bright light. Brilliant frosted luster acts as a reflective backdrop for the circular teal and rose toning. In-hand presentation, via the GFRC images, is not as dramatic as that of angled lighting. Surfaces are entirely unabraded with pristine rims. Perfect for those who enjoy colorful toning on their smaller silver type denominations. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1858	MS62	CACG 967343467	Choice	$795	Type 2 Large Star, Steely-Frosted Luster, Superb Bright Light Performance. The bright light transition from natural coin gray to center blues and peripheral gold is quite enticing for this 1858 3 cent silver. An undoubtedly premium example with elevated rims and surfaces are that unabraded. Have you consider the thought of building a three piece 3 cent silver type set (Type 1, 2, and 3) with pieces certified by CACG? If this idea is compelling, this 1858 example would be an excellent starting point given its fair offer priced. So far this is the sole 1858 3 cent silver to find its way into a CACG holder with a CDN CAC guide price of $780 at the MS62 level. Housed in a new CAC Grading (2023) holder and graded consistent with CAC approval standards.
	1873	PR64	CACG 892487640	Gem	$2950	Superb Eye Appeal, Brilliant Reflectance, Undisturbed Mirrors, Conservative Grading. Welcome to the world of CACG conservative grading as illustrated by this GFRC-Gem rated 1873 PF64 3 cent silver. There is no question about the superb eye appeal as brilliant reflective radiance is intense as it is spectacular. Obverse mirrors are a bit "watery" with waves of center rose and surrounding blues. Peripheral reverse toning is a darker blue and copper gold that transitions to rose and yellow gold under a bright light. This piece is hairline free with a touch of micro chatter on the upper obverse that corresponds to the certified grade. However, the eye appeal is that of at least one higher grade. The is the first proof 3 cent silver to be holdered by CACG. Housed in new CAC Grading (2023) holder and graded consistent with CAC approval standards.
	1873	PF65	PCGS 45979604	Gem	$2950	Superb Mirrors, Multi-Color Ring Toning, Exquisite Gem, Osprey Collection . Consignor Price Reduction. While at the Pittsburgh ANA, Dan White would head off and survey the substantial bourse floor for potential inventory additions. He returned, at one point, with this gorgeous 1873 proof 3 cent silver and a smile on his face. I can understand the smile after laying eyes on this exquisitely preserved gem. Under a light source, the field are sharply mirrored and highly reflective. The luster amplifies beautiful ring toning. Let's tart with the obverse that has a sea-green center that is surrounded by peripheral yellow and copper-gold. The reverse patina is fully transparent with the same center sea-green and edge golden shades though the color intensity is softer. I'm calling a JUST BUY IT NOW recommendation for this wonderful Osprey Collection find. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2023) holder with CAC approval.
Three Cent Nickels
	1869	MS65	NGC 2859016006	Gem	$985	Gem Original.. Briiliant radiance originates from the surfaces of this early three-cent nickel, with original mint bloom freely flowing from the largely untoned surfaces. A few tan shades are evident to the right of Liberty, while the reverse exhibits uniform nickel-silver patina. The CAC price guide value is $936. CAC reports 19 pieces at MS65, with 25 coins higher, all at MS66. In our opinion, the foundational value of this coin is compelling – for less than $1,000 one can acquire a 19th century type coin that is only a point removed from finest known. Housed in a new large font NGC holder with CAC approval.
	1879	MS63	NGC 6916043006	Choice	$425	New October 19! Low Mintage Date, Brilliant Satiny Luster, Pristine Surfaces, Fully Choice, Lakeland Collection. A popular 3 cent nickel date given its low 38,000 mintage and recognized for consistently strong strikes. This Lakeland example is really sweet with brilliant satiny luster and pristine surfaces. A bold strike further adds to the overall eye appeal. No 3 cent nickels were issued during 1877 and 1878 with the 1879 issue being the first in a string of better dates, except of course, the 1881. Fully choice and guaranteed to please the new owner. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1880	PF66	NGC 6916043007	Gem	$575	New October 19! Superb Gem Proof, Hammered Strike, Lakeland Collection. The 3 cent nickel proof issues are easily collected given their high mintages and attractive valuations. Collectors can be selective with targeting examples with pristine surfaces and substantial mint bloom. This freshly graded 1880 release, from the Lakeland Collection, exhibits metallic mirrored surfaces and a hammered strike including partial wire rims. The presentation is stellar and completely undisturbed. Mintage is reported to be 3,955. Housed in new large font NGC holder.
	1881	PR66	PCGS 43473634	Gem	$775	Gem Proof Strike, Swirling Cartwheels, CAC Approved. The 1881 3 cent nickel proof strikes were minted to the tune of 3,575 pieces. As a result this date is a target for type set collectors due to availability. At 2024 Summer Baltimore, this lovely CAC approved example with acquired in trade. Under a bright light, the mirrors come to life along with swirling cartwheels. The obverse is colored a classic pewter-gray while the reverse does exhibit sharp bluish mirrors as illustrated. A lovely gem that is fairly priced. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder.
	1889	PR67	PCGS 39441699	Gem	$1150	New October 10! Gem Proof, Island Lake Collection. Consignor Price Reduction. 1889 brought the final year of 3 cent nickel production with only 3,436 proof strikes. Many were saved by period collectors resulting in a high surviving populations between the PR64 through PR66 grades with a sharp drop at the "67" level. This new Island City release is close to perfection with pristine surfaces and glowing reflective luster when viewed under my desk lamp. The overall strike is hammered with raised vertical lines and alternating gaps in the reverse numerals. With a 10x, every subtle die polish line on the obverse is noted and enjoyed. PCGS has certified 92 at the offered grade with only 3 finer. CAC has approved 56 likewise with a CDN CAC guide value of $1240. The offer price is certainly fair for those needing a superior 3 cent nickel for type. Housed in PCGS Gen 6.1 (2020-2024) holder with CAC approval. Full description being prepared.