1878 $3 Indian Princes
| Weight | 5.015 grams |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Mintage | 82,324 |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 90% Gold, 10% Copper |
| Melt Value | $680.64 (spot as of ) |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-5672 |
82,324 three-dollar gold pieces were produced in 1878, the highest mintage in the entire series. The surge coincided with the approaching resumption of specie payments. The Bland-Allison Act authorized Morgan silver dollars the same year. The 1878 is the most common three-dollar gold piece and the standard type coin for collectors seeking a single representative of the denomination. Circulated examples are plentiful, and Uncirculated coins are more available than any other date. The Bland-Allison Act authorized the Morgan silver dollar, and specie resumption approached.
| Grade | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| G-4 | Good (G) | — |
| VG-8 | Very Good (VG) | — |
| F-12 | Fine (F) | — |
| VF-20 | Very Fine (VF) | $930–$1,070 |
| EF-40 | Extremely Fine (EF) | $1,045–$1,205 |
| AU-50 | About Uncirculated (AU) | $1,080–$1,245 |
| MS-60 | Uncirculated (MS) | $1,705–$1,965 |
| MS-63 | Choice Uncirculated (MS) | $3,770–$3,990 |
This table is for educational purposes only and is intended to illustrate general market price trends and pricing steps between grades. Actual market conditions may vary significantly, especially for rarer pieces that often command premiums above the ranges shown here.
No major varieties are known for this issue.
View all $3 Indian Princess varieties →- PCGS CoinFacts: $3 Indian Princess
- NGC Coin Explorer: $3 Indian Princess
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