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1878 Three Dollar Gold Piece, MS62
Popular Type Coin

1878 $3 MS62 NGC. The 1878 three dollar gold pieces is by far the most available issue of the denomination in Mint State, and accordingly much prized by type collectors. The present coin displays sharp striking details, with only the slight softness usually seen on the plumes and ribbon knot. The pleasing greenish-gold surfaces are lightly abraded for the grade.(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25MZ, PCGS# 8000, GSID# 8649)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 5.02 grams
AGW: 0.14511oz
Melt Value: $171.23
Gold Spot: $1,180/oz (04-30-2010)
Mintage: 82,324


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Auction Info

Auction Dates
Apr-May, 2010
28th-2nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 3
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