coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 3cS \ 3-Cent Silver \ 1868 \ Philadelphia
The 3 Cent Silver coin, produced by the United States Mint, was minted from 1851 to 1873, primarily to meet the need for smaller denominations during the Civil War. The 1868 issue, struck at the Philadelphia Mint, features a design by Chief Engraver James B. Longacre, with a representation of Liberty on the obverse and a decorative three-cent denomination on the reverse. As a collectible, the 1868 3 Cent Silver coin is sought after by numismatists for its historical significance and relatively low mintage during its production period.
