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1868 3CN Three Cent Nickel PCGS PR66+DCAM (CAC)
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Grade
Add On CAC
Grading service
PCGS
Cert number
82617008
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Date
2026-06-09
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Description
1868 3CN Three Cent Nickel PCGS PR66+DCAM (CAC)
PCGS # 93764
Grading Service PCGS
Grade PR66+
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1868
Designation DCAM
Strike Proof
Grade Add On CAC
1868 3CN Three Cent Nickel PCGS PR66+DCAM (CAC)
1868 3CN, DC
SKU: 82617008
1868 Three-Cent Nickel Proof PR66+ DCAM (PCGS) — CAC Approved, Philadelphia Mint
A true Civil War–era classic in ultra-gem Proof, this 1868 Three-Cent Nickel (3CN) presents extraordinary eye appeal and elite rarity. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint just three years after the denomination’s introduction, it showcases the series’ hallmark design by James B. Longacre—Liberty with coronet on the obverse and the Roman numeral III within a laurel wreath on the reverse—rendered here with exceptional precision.
The Deep Cameo designation signals dramatic contrast: jet-black, mirror-like fields set against thick, frosty devices that glow a brilliant, icy silver. The strike is razor-sharp throughout, with fully defined hair strands, crisp lettering, and squared rims—attributes collectors expect only at the very top of the grading scale. Certified PR66+ DCAM by PCGS and approved by CAC, this coin sits in a coveted tier for both quality and eye appeal.
Rarity and desirability are underscored by the numbers. PCGS records a population of just 6 examples at PR66+ DCAM, with only 2 graded higher. With a reported Proof mintage of 600 for 1868, the Deep Cameo subset is a notable rarity within an already limited issue—ideal for advanced type collectors and Registry competitors alike, and compelling for any buyer seeking a standout 19th-century Proof.
Key details:
Date and Mint: 1868, Philadelphia
Denomination/Type: Three-Cent Nickel (3CN)
Grade: PCGS PR66+ DCAM (Deep Cameo)
Approval: CAC
Population: 6 in PR66+ DCAM at PCGS; 2 higher
Reported Proof Mintage: 600
Design: James B. Longacre; Liberty head obverse, Roman numeral III in laurel wreath reverse
Composition: Copper-nickel alloy known for bright, steely luster and strong contrast in Proof
Why this coin:
Elite DCAM contrast and plus-grade quality place it among the finest known
CAC endorsement confirms premium originality and eye appeal for the grade
A pivotal 19th-century Proof type with significant historical context and limited supply
Secure this rare PR66+ DCAM 1868 3CN to elevate a top-tier Registry Set or to add a blue-chip 19th-century Proof to your collection. A superb blend of scarcity, history, and visual drama.
PCGS # 93764
Grading Service PCGS
Grade PR66+
Mint Location Philadelphia
Year 1868
Designation DCAM
Strike Proof
Grade Add On CAC
1868 3CN Three Cent Nickel PCGS PR66+DCAM (CAC)
1868 3CN, DC
SKU: 82617008
1868 Three-Cent Nickel Proof PR66+ DCAM (PCGS) — CAC Approved, Philadelphia Mint
A true Civil War–era classic in ultra-gem Proof, this 1868 Three-Cent Nickel (3CN) presents extraordinary eye appeal and elite rarity. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint just three years after the denomination’s introduction, it showcases the series’ hallmark design by James B. Longacre—Liberty with coronet on the obverse and the Roman numeral III within a laurel wreath on the reverse—rendered here with exceptional precision.
The Deep Cameo designation signals dramatic contrast: jet-black, mirror-like fields set against thick, frosty devices that glow a brilliant, icy silver. The strike is razor-sharp throughout, with fully defined hair strands, crisp lettering, and squared rims—attributes collectors expect only at the very top of the grading scale. Certified PR66+ DCAM by PCGS and approved by CAC, this coin sits in a coveted tier for both quality and eye appeal.
Rarity and desirability are underscored by the numbers. PCGS records a population of just 6 examples at PR66+ DCAM, with only 2 graded higher. With a reported Proof mintage of 600 for 1868, the Deep Cameo subset is a notable rarity within an already limited issue—ideal for advanced type collectors and Registry competitors alike, and compelling for any buyer seeking a standout 19th-century Proof.
Key details:
Date and Mint: 1868, Philadelphia
Denomination/Type: Three-Cent Nickel (3CN)
Grade: PCGS PR66+ DCAM (Deep Cameo)
Approval: CAC
Population: 6 in PR66+ DCAM at PCGS; 2 higher
Reported Proof Mintage: 600
Design: James B. Longacre; Liberty head obverse, Roman numeral III in laurel wreath reverse
Composition: Copper-nickel alloy known for bright, steely luster and strong contrast in Proof
Why this coin:
Elite DCAM contrast and plus-grade quality place it among the finest known
CAC endorsement confirms premium originality and eye appeal for the grade
A pivotal 19th-century Proof type with significant historical context and limited supply
Secure this rare PR66+ DCAM 1868 3CN to elevate a top-tier Registry Set or to add a blue-chip 19th-century Proof to your collection. A superb blend of scarcity, history, and visual drama.
