US three-cent coins: A collectible denomination

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US three-cent coins
A collectible denomination

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From 1851, through the Civil War, and lasting until 1873, three-cent coins were in circulation in the United States of America. There were two varieties: one coin of silver and another of copper and nickel. The American populace decided they preferred the one-cent pennies and the five-cent nickels. US three-cent coins (as well as a two-cent coin) were discontinued in 1873.

Three-cent coin values

America’s three-cent coins are not as well known as other coins, but they can be valuable. The value of a coin depends on its rarity, condition, and age. Remember that these were in circulation among the American population. Hoarding coins in beautiful condition was not a widespread hobby yet.

Rarity and scarcity of US three-cent coins

Collectors today consider these coins rather scarce. The reason for this is that not many were produced and many were lost or damaged over the years. If you are lucky enough to find US three-cent coins in good condition, it can be a valuable addition to your collection. And what a piece of history you’ll have. Three-cent coins can be a wise investment too, as the value of coins can increase over time.

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Because these coins date from the Civil War years as well, collectors who focus on that era will obviously need some of these pieces in their collections.

Three-cent American coins, like two-cent coins, have an obvious appeal for collectors who are interested in the history of outmoded denominations. There have been several denominations of coins issued in U.S. history that have fallen by the wayside. Their relative rarity and historically quirky nature have made three-cent coins a target for buyers. The coins marketplace these days tends to feature quite a few nice three-cent coins of both silver and nickel types. Check listings to see what’s available right now. 

US three cent coins for sale

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1867 3C Star Three Cent Silver NGC GRADED AU DETAILS (WHIZZED) Low Pop Coin 3687

Seller: americanrarecoinstore ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.7% (5,416 ratings)
Location: United States

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1883 3C Nickel Three Cent Proof NGC PR-66

Seller: coastcoin ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (25,274 ratings)
Location: United States

$610.00

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🥶💙❤️‍🔥🔥🔥😎NGC MS64 1853 3 CENT SILVER

Seller: dbrarecoins ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (1,425 ratings)
Location: United States

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1874-P Three Cent Nickel 3CN NGC PROOF PR PF 65 CAC RARE

Seller: ankermans ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (16,565 ratings)
Location: United States

$695.00

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1886 Proof Three Cent Nickel 3CN PCGS PR66 Gorgeous Superb Gem Mintage 4200 4661

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Location: United States

$675.00

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1876 Three Cent Nickel 3CN NGC PF65 in Old Fatty Holder

Seller: promas ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (5,252 ratings)
Location: United States

$649.95 or best offer

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1876 Three Cent Nickel PF-66 Cameo NGC

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Location: United States

$1,164.71

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1858 Silver Three Cent Piece Trime MS64 NGC *6548

Seller: mbarrcoins ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.8% (606,944 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,395.00 or best offer

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1889 PROOF THREE CENT NICKEL - NGC PF-66 - FRESH & PREMIUM QUALITY!

Seller: treref-inc ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.9% (3,069 ratings)
Location: United States

$795.00

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1888 Proof Three Cent Nickel 3c PCGS PR66 CAC Scarce PF Date PQ *G833

Seller: alvareznumismatics ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (2,433 ratings)
Location: United States

$725.00

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