1863 Proof Silver Three Cent Piece - 3/2
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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
$15,275 PR65 01-09-2013 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1863 Proof Silver Three Cent Piece - 3/2 is a proof cent struck at the Philadelphia Mint, part of the Silver Three Cent Pieces 1851-1873 series. With a mintage of 460, this is an extremely rare issue — the lowest mintage among 3 mint variants, representing only 2% of total 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. First proof-only year — from 1863 through 1873, all Silver Three-Cent Pieces were produced exclusively as proofs for collectors in very limited quantities. As a proof issue, this coin was struck multiple times on specially prepared polished planchets using polished dies, producing mirror-like fields and frosted design elements prized by collectors. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value is approximately $1.1K. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 0.75 grams, 14.3 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3713.
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