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1883 Proof
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Mint | Philadelphia |
| Strike | Proof |
| Mintage | 6,609 |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alignment | ↑↓ Coin |
| Composition | 95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc |
| Melt value | — |
| Designer | James B. Longacre |
| Collector's Key ID | CK-365 |
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The 1883 proof was struck in approximately 6,609 proofs, a significantly higher figure than previous years. The increased production reflects both the growth of the collector market and the Mint's willingness to produce proofs in larger batches as demand justified. The 1883 proof is among the most available in the series.
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| Grade | Description | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR-63 | Proof (PR) | — | — |
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