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1873 Open 3 Two Cent Piece, PR65 Brown
A Proof-Only Issue

1873 2C Open 3 PR65 Brown PCGS. CAC. The last of the two cent pieces were struck in 1873, and they were only minted as proofs. Both the Closed 3 and Open 3 date logotypes were used for these coins and the Open 3 coins are substantially rarer. In all grades and color designations, PCGS has certified 443 submissions of the Closed 3 variety and 238 of the Open 3. This lovely Gem proof has traces of mint red with lovely blue toning. Population: 12 in 65 (1 in 65+) Brown, 8 finer. CAC: 7 in 65, 9 finer (9/22).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 2754, PCGS# 3654, GSID# 2760)

Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin & zinc
Weight: 6.22 grams
Weight: 0.20843oz
Mintage: 500


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
October, 2022
6th-9th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Oct 7, 2022 for: $3,600.00
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