As of May, 2024, a 1857 3 Cents in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,500.00 and $60,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $43,200.00 in the 04/25/2021 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 14.30 millimeters
Weight: 0.75 grams
Mintage: 75
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Star Three Cent Silvers 1851-1873

1857 3 Cents (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6760,000.00
MS-66+52,500.00
MS-6647,500.00
MS-65+17,500.00
MS-6512,500.00
MS-64+7,500.00
MS-646,500.00
MS-63+4,500.00
MS-634,000.00
MS-62+3,750.00
MS-623,500.00
MS-613,000.00
MS-602,500.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State2,500.0060,000.0017,326.92

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1857 Three Cent Silver. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1857 3 Cents (Regular Strike)65.00500.00550.0065,000.00
1857 3 Cents, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A55,000.0055,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1857 3 Cents (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
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1m 6m 1y 3y All
$15.00
Lowest Sale Price
$9,200.00
Highest Sale Price
$4,474.17
Average Sale Price
$5,522.50
Most Recent Sale Price
33
Number of Sales
$147,647.50
Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-668,740.0043,200.0015,555.56
MS-653,220.0016,100.008,810.04
MS-6415.009,200.004,474.17
MS-632,530.002,645.002,587.50
MS-622,373.503,910.002,886.63
AU-502,760.002,760.002,760.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1857 3 Cents (Proof) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $43,200.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1857 3 Cents (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1857 3 Cents (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 38.55% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Goldberg Auctioneers with 13.25% / 12.05% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1857 3 Cents (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions7,200.0003/21/2022
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions43,200.0004/25/2021
MS-64PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions5,522.5002/25/2021
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions7,200.0008/18/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0004/28/2019
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,600.0001/30/2019
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,360.0001/14/2019
MS-62PCGSDavid Lawrence RC2,550.0001/15/2018
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers6,168.7508/01/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions17,037.5006/08/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions12,925.0009/07/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,230.0010/28/2015
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,106.2506/01/2015
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions11,750.0012/14/2014
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions15,862.5006/23/2014
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers9,400.0006/02/2014
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers11,456.2506/02/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,818.7504/23/2014
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,506.2802/03/2014
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,225.0009/25/2013
MS-62PCGSStack's Bowers2,373.5007/27/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions7,050.0006/05/2013
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions11,163.0004/24/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions10,575.0001/09/2013
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions7,050.0001/09/2013
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers3,466.2511/16/2012
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions16,100.0008/11/2011
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers5,175.0003/31/2011
MS-65NGCStack's Bowers7,188.0003/31/2011
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,450.0003/17/2011
MS-65NGCBowers & Merena7,418.0008/07/2010
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions8,740.0010/22/2009
MS-63NGCBowers & Merena2,645.0008/05/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions3,451.0007/31/2009
MS-65NGCStack's8,625.0001/01/2009
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0001/01/2009
MS-64PCGSScotsman9,200.0010/01/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions7,475.0007/30/2008
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions8,338.0008/08/2007
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions3,968.0001/01/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,313.0006/01/2006
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries7,475.0002/05/2006
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions13,800.0001/24/2006
MS-65PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities7,000.0006/23/2005
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC4,485.0011/28/2004
MS-66NGCAmerican Numismatic Rarities10,350.0010/11/2004
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC7,475.0007/24/2004
AU-50NONER.M. Smythe2,760.0007/24/2004
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC7,475.0007/21/2004
MS-64NGCStack's/ANR3,910.0006/23/2004
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers5,175.0006/02/2004
MS-64NGCStack's3,680.0010/16/2003
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries10,350.0007/27/2003
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena4,428.0006/26/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions8,050.0009/01/2002
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers13,225.0006/02/2002
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,795.0006/02/2002
MS-65NGCSuperior Galleries8,625.0006/02/2002
MS-64PCGSKingswood Galleries3,853.0002/28/2002
MS-65NGCGoldberg Auctioneers7,475.0005/28/2001
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers3,852.0005/28/2001
MS-64NGCGoldberg Auctioneers4,025.0005/28/2001
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions4,255.0004/05/2001
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena3,220.0003/15/2001
MS-64NONER.M. Smythe7,700.0011/01/2000
MS-63PCGSBowers & Merena2,530.0010/26/2000
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries8,338.0010/01/2000
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,990.0010/01/2000
MS-64NGCSuperior Galleries3,910.0010/01/2000
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena3,450.0001/04/2000
MS-62NONEBowers & Merena2,990.0011/11/1999
MS-62NONEBowers & Merena3,910.0008/30/1999
MS-66NONEHeritage Auctions9,200.0008/01/1999
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries3,910.0002/08/1999
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena6,325.0001/05/1999
MS-64NONEHeritage Auctions3,910.0008/01/1998
MS-64PCGSDavid Akers8,800.0010/01/1997
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,310.0008/14/1996
MS-66NONEBowers & Merena9,460.0005/20/1996
MS-64NONEStack's7,700.0010/01/1992
MS-65NONERARCOA13,750.0008/10/1990
MS-64NONEBowers & Merena4,180.0010/01/1987
MS-64NONENumismatic Gallery15.0005/01/1941

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Last Updated on May 15, 2024 at 01:30 AM

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