1873 Silver Three-Cent Piece. Proof-65 (PCGS).This richly original Gem exhibits a base of pearl-gray patina to both sides, the obverse with mottled olive-russet overtones and the reverse with overlays of steel-blue and deep mauve. The year 1873 proved to be the swan song for the silver three-cent piece. Struck only in Proof format, just 600 pieces were made before production for the denomination ended for good, all of which utilize the Close 3 logotype. This issue is highly prized as the last of its type and also for inclusion in 1873 date sets. The PCGS Proof-65 specimen offered here is finer than most and ranks as a numismatic treasure.PCGS# 3724. NGC ID: 27CJ.From the Collection of James Allaire Millholland, 1842-1911.
