1887 $3 Indian Princes

6,160 three-dollar gold pieces left the Philadelphia Mint in 1887, the highest figure since 1878 and a notable uptick from the sub-1,200 runs of the previous years. PCGS estimates roughly 75 to 100 survive. The 1887 is one of the more available late-series dates. Circulated examples can be found at auction, and the higher mintage provides collectors with better options for quality and eye appeal. The coin's scarcity is well documented in numismatic references. Problem-free examples with honest wear and no damage carry premiums reflecting the limited supply available to collectors. Authentication and certification by PCGS or NGC are recommended for any example offered at a significant premium.