Description: Honest wear on this collectors' coin Coin will come in a nice suspension presentation case. Very suitable as a gift to a budding collector. The United States 3 cent silver coinage refers to a series of small silver coins that were minted by the United States Mint in the 19th century. These coins were produced in response to the need for small denomination coins, as silver coins were scarce during the Civil War era. There are two main types of 3 cent silver coins: Silver Three-Cent Piece (Type I): Minted: 1851-1853. Composition: 75% silver, 25% copper. Obverse: The obverse features a shield with six stars on it. Reverse: The reverse features the Roman numeral "III" (3) inside a wreath. Size: These coins are tiny and have a diameter of about 14mm. Silver Three-Cent Piece (Type II and III): Minted: 1854-1873. Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper. Obverse: The obverse features a Liberty head design with a headdress. Reverse: The reverse features a Roman numeral "III" surrounded by a simple wreath. Size: These coins are also small but slightly larger than the Type I coins. The 3 cent silver coins served a practical purpose by facilitating transactions in a time when silver coins were in short supply. However, they were not widely used in circulation and were eventually discontinued in the early 1870s. Collectors often find these coins intriguing due to their historical significance and unique designs. The value of 3 cent silver coins depends on factors such as their condition, rarity, and demand among collectors. Coins in better condition and those with specific date varieties or mintmarks may command higher prices in the numismatic market.et
Price: 70 USD
Location: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
End Time: 2024-02-04T22:23:52.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
Composition: Silver
Year: 1853
Strike Type: Business Strike
Grade: Ungraded
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Certification: Uncertified