coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3¢ (Three Cents) \ Silver Three Cents (Type 1) \ 1852 \ Philadelphia
The Silver Three Cents Type 1 coin was minted in the United States from 1851 to 1873, with the 1852 Philadelphia issue being one of the earliest examples. Featuring a design that includes a prominent "C" surrounded by stars on the obverse, the Type 1 coins were made of 75% silver and 25% copper. These coins were introduced to facilitate small transactions and address the shortage of small denominations in circulation during that period. Collectors value the 1852 variant for its historical significance and relative scarcity.
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1852-P (Philadelphia) Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 1852 | Philadelphia |
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1852-P (Philadelphia) Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 3¢ (Three Cents) | Silver Three Cents (Type 1) | 1852 | Philadelphia |