1882 Three Cent Nickel PF53 NGC Brown Label

The 1882 Proof Three Cent Nickel refers to a coin that was struck as a proof specimen in 1882 and belongs to the Three Cent Nickel series. The obverse (front) of the coin features a portrait of Liberty with a headdress. The reverse (back) displays the Roman numeral III, indicating the coin's denomination. Proof coins typically exhibit sharp details and a mirror-like finish. The coin is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, which is the standard alloy for Three Cent Nickels.

1882 Three Cent Nickel PF53 NGC

As the name suggests, it has a face value of three cents. The Three Cent Nickel series was introduced during the Civil War as a response to a shortage of small denomination coins. The design was unique and distinctive, featuring a tiny coin with a large Roman numeral on the reverse. Proof coins are special editions struck with extra care using polished dies and planchets. They often feature highly reflective fields (mirrored surfaces) and frosted or cameo devices (frosted relief against a mirrored background).