1865 Nickel Three Cent Piece
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
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
$19,800 MS67 01-12-2020 Heritage Auctions
Description
The 1865 Nickel Three Cent Piece is a cent produced at the Philadelphia Mint as part of the Nickel Three Cent Pieces 1865-1889 series. The U.S. Mint produced 11.4 million examples, making this the higher-mintage of the two mint variants, representing 100% of production. The obverse features Liberty facing left with a coronet inscribed LIBERTY and the reverse displays a Roman numeral III within a wreath. First year of the Nickel Three-Cent Piece, introduced during the Civil War coin shortage when silver coins had been hoarded out of circulation. Struck at the original U.S. Mint facility, in continuous operation since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $26 to $217 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 75% copper, 25% nickel, weighing 1.94 grams, 17.9 mm in diameter, with a plain edge. Cataloged as PCGS #3731.
