1854 Silver Three Cent Piece
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Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$84,000 MS68 01-24-2021 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1854 Silver Three Cent Piece is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Silver Three Cent Pieces 1851-1873 series. With a mintage of 671,000, this is a less common issue — the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 100% of production. The obverse features a six-pointed star enclosing a Union shield and the reverse displays a Roman numeral III (three) within a large letter C. Type II introduced with three outlines around the obverse star and a modified reverse frame. This type was produced for only three years (1854-1858). Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $71 to $861 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 0.75 grams, 14.3 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3670.
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