1867 3CS PR(PCGS#3717)

November 2021 Baltimore U.S. Coins auction

拍卖行

Stack's Bowers

批号

4020

等级

PR67+

价格

72,631

详细说明

Breathtaking Proof 1867 Three-Cent Silver 1867 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-67+ (PCGS). CAC. An exceptional condition rarity in a Proof 1867 trime, this gorgeous Superb Gem also offers exquisite target toning for collectors who specialize in colorful silver. Shades of rose, cobalt blue and reddish-gold are evident on both sides, with the boldest colors extending out toward the borders. Direct lighting calls forth a universally reflective finish which joins razor sharp striking detail and virtually pristine surfaces to define this as a virtually unimprovable specimen. Introduced in 1859 and remaining in use through the series' end in 1873, the Type III silver three-cent piece differs from its Type II predecessor by having only a single outline to the obverse star. The Type II design has two outlines to the star, while both types feature an olive sprig above and a group of three arrows below the Roman numeral III on the reverse. Yearly Proof production for the Type III design was generous at first as the Mint anticipated strong demand from contemporary collectors in response to its early efforts at marketing these specially produced coins. After 1861, however, yearly mintages fell off significantly and fluctuated from a low of 460 coins in 1863 to a high of 1,000 pieces in 1870. The 1867 was produced to the extent of 625 Proofs, all of which were distributed as part of the year's silver Proof sets. Survivors enjoy heightened demand in today's market due to the low mintage, key date status of the year's circulation strike (just 4,000 coins produced). In Superb Gem Proof, as here, the 1867 is rare from a condition standpoint. Indeed, this beautiful specimen ranks among the finest known to PCGS, and it is worthy of the strongest bid. PCGS Population: 4; 0 finer in this category. PCGS# 3717. NGC ID: 27CD. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.