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1869 Proof

Two & Three Cents · Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) · 1851–1873
Key date Proof
Weight0.75 g
Diameter14 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeProof
Mintage 600
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition90% Silver, 10% Copper
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-935

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About this coinHistory

Standard 1869 proof production reached approximately 600 coins, separate from the 9 Over 8 overdate variety. This standard proof is more available than the scarce overdate and serves as the baseline proof entry for 1869 in the series. Collectors building a complete proof trime set need both the standard 1869 and the overdate as separate acquisitions, though the standard version is the more common of the two.

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GradeDescriptionLowHigh
PR-63 Proof (PR) $790 $835
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How much is a 1869 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) worth?
In Proof condition it runs about $790–$835. These are reference values, not an appraisal.
How many 1869 Proof Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) were minted?
600 were struck.
What is a 1869 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) made of?
90% Silver, 10% Copper, weighing 0.75 g.
What is the melt value of a 1869 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 1869 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) a key date?
Yes — the 1869 Proof Three-Cent Silver (Trimes) is considered a key date in the Three-Cent Silvers (Trimes) series and commands a strong premium.