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The 1873 Proof Three Cent Silver is the final year of issue and comes from a moderately low mintage for the series of 600 coins. Most of the coins were saved leaving the issue readily available to collectors and relatively affordable. Scarce only in gem condition. Cameo pieces are far more difficult to locate in all grades and deep cameos are a rarity. Look for attractive toners as this series has many.
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 III issues (1859-73) there is a single frame line 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:
3707
Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Designer:
James B. Longacre
Obverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1873
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
Coin Date:
1873
Denomination:
3cS
Designation:
PR
Mint Location:
Philadelphia
Mintage:
600
Coinage Type:
Three cent silver
Coinage Years:
1859-1873
Composition:
0.9 silver; 0.1 copper
PCGS #:
83724
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Coin Value History
1873 3cS PR CAM
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1873 3cS PR CAM
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR68 |
|
$46,000 | $1,234 |
| PR68 | - | $37,500 | $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 |
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
3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]
![3-Cent Silver 3cS Type 2, 1854-1858 PR [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/legendauctions_hibid_com_lot_47237878-0.20200717044549369.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $1,500 – $60,000
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
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR67 Cameo NGC. JD-1, R.3. ...
$7,320
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR64 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population: 32 in 64 (1 in 64+) Cameo, 52 finer (4/26). ...
$2,379
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Close 3. Proof-65 Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$2,928
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Close 3. Proof-66 Cameo (PCGS).
$3,416
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR63 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: (2/52)....
$1,920
1873 3CS PR61 Cameo NGC. ...
$1,292
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Close 3. Proof-68 * Cameo (NGC).
$14,188
1873 3CS PR62 Cameo PCGS. PCGS Population (2/32). NGC Census: (1/35). (#83724)...
$1,380
1873 3CS Closed 3--Stained--NCS. Proof. Pale golden-gray toning with attractive cameo contrast. Most design features are sh...
$1,150
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Close 3. Proof-67 Cameo (NGC).
$6,000
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR64+ Cameo PCGS. CAC. ...
$3,904
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Close 3. Proof-65+ Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$3,120
1873 3CS PR66+ Cameo PCGS. CAC....
$4,320
1873 3CS PR63 Cameo PCGS. CAC. PCGS Population: (17/67). NGC Census: (2/52). PR63....
$1,802
1873 3CS PR67 Cameo NGC. ...
$6,000
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR64 Cameo NGC. NGC Census: 23 in 64 Cameo, 37 finer (12/25). ...
$2,318
1873 3CS Closed 3 PR65 Cameo PCGS....
$3,120
3CS 1873 PCGS PR66+ CAM CAC
$7,050
1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 Cameo (PCGS). CAC.
$1,920
1873 3CS PR67 Cameo NGC. ...
$7,500
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