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1865 Proof

Two & Three Cents · Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) · 1851–1873
Key date Proof
Weight0.75 g
Diameter14 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeProof
Mintage 500
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition90% Silver, 10% Copper
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-910

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About this coinHistory

Proof output in 1865 held steady at approximately 500 coins even as the Civil War ended. The Mint maintained its annual proof schedule regardless of the broader national situation. The proof 1865 is more available than the extremely rare circulation strike (8,000 coins), but both are scarce pieces within the series.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1865 Proof Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) were minted?
500 were struck.
What is a 1865 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) made of?
90% Silver, 10% Copper, weighing 0.75 g.
What is the melt value of a 1865 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 1865 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) a key date?
Yes — the 1865 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) is considered a key date in the Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) series and commands a strong premium.