Name: 1883 3cN PR DCAM
SKU: 2846

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The 1880 Proof Three Cent Nickel is the ultimate type coin for its series as the mintage rises drastically to approximately twice that of recent issues, at 6,609 coins. Common throughout all grades except the absolute finest gems. Attractive color and strong strikes can be found with some searching. 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: 2846

Designer: James B. Longacre

Obverse Designer: James B. Longacre

Obverse Lettering: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, 1883

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: 1883

Denomination: 3cN

Designation: PR

Mint Location: Philadelphia

Mintage: 6,609

Coinage Type: Three cent nickel

Coinage Years: 1865-1889

Composition: 75% copper; 25% nickel

PCGS #: 93779

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