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.

Tuvalu rare coins for collectors and other buyers

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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1881 Three Cent Nickel - PCGS PR65 - SPECTACULAR CAMEO APPEARANCE!

Seller: monetariumllc ★★★★★★★★★★ 100% (1,621 ratings)
Location: United States

$995.00 or best offer

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1886 3CN Nickel Three Cent Proof PCGS PR-66 CAC

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

$847.00

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🔥🧊🔥🧊😍🧊NGC MS66 1851 3 CENT SILVER

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

$1,750.00 or best offer

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1888 Nickel Three Cent MS65 PCGS *3125

Seller: mbarrcoins ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.8% (607,084 ratings)
Location: United States

$749.00 or best offer

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1852 3C THREE SILVER CENT++

Seller: dreamtrophy ★★★★★★★★★★ 95% (887 ratings)
Location: United States

$695.00 or best offer

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*DISTINCTIVE CAC VERIFIED* 1889 Three Cent Nickel 3CN NGC PF 66 PROOF W/ TONING

Seller: jefmurp_0
Location: United States

$779.39 or best offer

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1852 3C THREE SILVER CENT++

Seller: dreamtrophy ★★★★★★★★★★ 95% (887 ratings)
Location: United States

$695.00 or best offer

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1885 Three Cent Nickel- NGC PF-65 Cameo. Superb Rare Date.

Seller: gram4kids ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.8% (4,452 ratings)
Location: United States

$1,250.00

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THREE 3 CENT NICKEL 1872 ANACS OLD BLUE HOLDER MS 63+++ MAJOR UNDER GRADE ERRORS

Seller: coinguys1234 ★★★★★★★★★★ 99.6% (15,530 ratings)
Location: United States

$750.00 or best offer

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💎🌈💙❤️🔥PCGS MS64 1858 3 CENT SILVER

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

$1,500.00 or best offer

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