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1862 Proof

Two & Three Cents · Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) · 1851–1873
Key date Proof
Weight0.75 g
Diameter14 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeProof
Mintage 550
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition90% Silver, 10% Copper
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-896

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About this coinHistory

Proof mintage dropped to approximately 550 coins in 1862. The lower output compared to 1860 and 1861 may reflect wartime disruptions to the collector market, mail service, or simply reduced demand in a year of national crisis. The proof is collected within the Type III sequence and carries pricing appropriate to its scarcity.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1862 Proof Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) were minted?
550 were struck.
What is a 1862 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) made of?
90% Silver, 10% Copper, weighing 0.75 g.
What is the melt value of a 1862 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1862 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) a key date?
Yes — the 1862 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) is considered a key date in the Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) series and commands a strong premium.