As of May, 2024, a 1873 Two Cents Closed 3, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,700.00 and $65,000.00, 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 $55,200.00 in the 09/17/2020 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 23.00 millimeters
Weight: 6.22 grams
Mintage: 600
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: Bronze
Series: Shield Two Cents 1864-1873

1873 Two Cents Closed 3, Rd (Proof) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-6765,000.00
MS-66+20,000.00
MS-669,500.00
MS-65+6,750.00
MS-655,750.00
MS-64+4,750.00
MS-644,500.00
MS-63+4,250.00
MS-634,000.00
MS-62+3,550.00
MS-623,350.00
MS-612,850.00
MS-602,700.00

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 State2,700.0065,000.0010,534.62

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 1873 Two Cent. 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1873 Two Cents Closed 3, BN (Proof)1,150.002,525.002,550.008,000.00
1873 Two Cents Open 3, BN (Proof)1,575.001,650.001,850.0010,000.00
1873 Two Cents Closed 3, RB (Proof)N/AN/A2,600.0022,500.00
1873 Two Cents Closed 3, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A15,000.0042,500.00
1873 Two Cents Open 3, RB (Proof)N/AN/A2,050.0020,000.00
1873 Two Cents Open 3, RD (Proof)N/AN/A3,000.0040,000.00

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.

1873 Two Cents Closed 3, Rd (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:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$2,035.00

Lowest Sale Price
$7,350.00

Highest Sale Price
$4,563.00

Average Sale Price
$5,000.00

Most Recent Sale Price
24

Number of Sales
$109,511.88

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-6748,875.0055,200.0052,325.00
MS-663,220.0014,400.007,702.49
MS-652,035.007,350.004,563.00
MS-641,380.005,290.002,852.28
MS-632,530.003,055.002,792.50
AU-501,100.001,495.001,248.33

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1873 Two Cents Closed 3, RD (Proof) coin across various grades from AU-50 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $55,200.00.

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 1873 Two Cents Closed 3, RD (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1873 Two Cents Closed 3, RD (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 66.67% share, followed by Bowers & Merena / Stack's with 7.25% / 7.25% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1873 Two Cents Closed 3, RD (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-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0005/07/2023
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,500.0012/18/2022
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC5,000.0007/17/2022
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions5,400.0007/15/2021
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions4,680.0001/24/2021
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,000.0001/24/2021
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers3,840.0012/21/2020
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions55,200.0009/17/2020
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,200.0008/09/2020
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions5,640.0008/09/2020
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions3,720.0004/26/2020
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions4,230.0003/26/2020
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,600.0002/03/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,386.0011/11/2018
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions6,600.0006/17/2018
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,800.0003/29/2018
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions7,050.0012/14/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions14,400.0011/02/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions14,100.0002/16/2017
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions9,106.2502/16/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,760.0009/07/2016
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0009/07/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,642.5008/10/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,525.0007/07/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,290.0012/03/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions3,290.0012/03/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,290.0009/20/2015
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,846.8806/23/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions3,055.0009/25/2013
MS-65PCGSStack's Bowers7,350.0005/30/2013
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions3,450.0001/05/2011
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena52,900.0008/07/2010
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena13,225.0008/07/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions5,290.0007/08/2010
MS-65NGCDavid Lawrence RC4,945.0005/20/2010
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions3,738.0003/24/2010
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions5,750.0005/01/2009
MS-64PCGSStack's4,600.0005/01/2009
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0005/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions6,325.0001/01/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions6,900.0009/13/2006
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions2,530.0008/13/2006
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions4,313.0007/27/2005
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,530.0003/24/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions48,875.0001/12/2005
MS-64NGCDavid Lawrence RC3,048.0011/28/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions7,475.0011/04/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions9,373.0009/09/2004
MS-64PCGSSuperior Galleries2,070.0005/31/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions2,185.0005/05/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,955.0001/07/2004
MS-66NGCSuperior Galleries3,738.0001/06/2004
MS-64ANACSHeritage Auctions2,300.0011/07/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,725.0002/01/2003
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions1,840.0002/01/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions2,473.0010/08/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions2,990.0006/01/2002
AU-50NONEBowers & Merena1,150.0003/21/2002
MS-65NONEStack's6,325.0001/15/2002
MS-64NONEStack's1,380.0001/15/2002
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers6,325.0002/16/2001
AU-50NONEStack's1,495.0006/01/2000
MS-66PCGSSuperior Galleries3,220.0003/02/2000
MS-64NONEBowers & Merena2,185.0008/30/1999
MS-65PCGSSuperior Galleries2,035.0009/07/1997
MS-65PCGSKingswood Galleries2,255.0006/01/1997
MS-64NONEBowers & Merena1,980.0008/01/1996
AU-50NONEStack's1,100.0001/17/1996
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions3,960.0001/04/1996