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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1865 3 cent nickel PCGS MS64 CAC Beautifully Toned (CJJ)

Seller: byfrome79 ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.9% (3,802 ratings)
Location: United States

$695.00 or best offer

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1885 Three Cent Nickel 3CN NGC PF66 PQ+ Less Than 3,​800 Minted ~ Key Date!

Seller: carbo.trading ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (887 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,195.00 or best offer

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1870 NGC PR63 Mintage 3,​000 + 1,​000 Proof = 3rd Lowest Three Cent Silver 🔴 3CS

Seller: certifiedcitynet ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (2,193 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,499.00

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1870 PCGS PR63 Mintage 3,​000 + 1,​000 Proof = 2nd Lowest Three Cent Silver 🔴 3CS

Seller: certifiedcitynet ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (2,193 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,399.00

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1878 3CN Nickel Three Cent Proof NGC PF-66 CAMEO

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

$1,161.00

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1873 PCGS MS64 Open 3 Three Cent Nickel Item#P19110

Seller: saharacoins2 ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.3% (3,214 ratings)
Location: United States

$675.00

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1870 PCGS PR63 CMQ 3,​000 Minted + 1,​000 Proof = 2nd Lowest Three Cent Silver 🔴

Seller: certifiedcitynet ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (2,193 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,350.00

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1885 3CN Nickel Three Cent Proof PCGS PR-66 CAC

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

$1,007.00

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1860 NGC MS65 Clamshell Lamination $1,​850-CU RARE 3CS ERROR! Three Cents Silver

Seller: certifiedcitynet ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (2,193 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,499.00

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1889 Three (3) Cent Nickel Proof NGC PF66 Great Eye Appeal Strong Strike

Seller: tecc1 ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.9% (105,229 ratings)
Location: United States

$620.00

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