1863/2 3CS PR(PCGS#3713)

June 2023 U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3038

Grade

PR63

Price

2,280

Lot Description

1863/2 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-63 (PCGS). OGH. Dusted with golden-gray iridescence, the obverse contrasts somewhat with a more boldly patinated reverse in blended smoky-gray and pinkish-rose. Both sides are fully struck with appreciable reflectivity in the fields shining forth as the coin rotates under a light. Writing for the PCGS CoinFacts website, Jaime Hernandez states of this variety: "The 1863/2 Proof Three Cent silver over date has slight traces of a 2 digit underneath the 3 digit. The 2 digit can be seen mostly going from the lower portion of the 3 serif to the middle of the 3. The variety seems to be very scarce with possibly no more than 30-50 coins in existence." A significant offering that would make impressive addition to a fine numismatic cabinet. PCGS# 3713. NGC ID: 22ZP. Click here for certification details from PCGS.