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1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Flowing Hair, Judd-1635 Restrike, Pollock-1833, R.3--Cleaned--ANACS. PR60 Details. (PCGS# 8057)
Auction 454 | Lot: 3127 | Jan 12, 2008

Sold For: $120,750.00
1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1833, JD-1, R.3, PR62 ANACS. (PCGS# 8057)
Auction 1326 | Lot: 4082 | Jan 24, 2021

Sold For: $117,000.00
1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1832, R.3--Repaired, Whizzed--NCS. Impaired Proof. (PCGS# 8057)
Auction 454 | Lot: 3126 | Jan 12, 2008

Sold For: $48,875.00
1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1832, R.3--Mount Removed--NCS. Proof, AU Detail. (PCGS# 8057)
Auction 1114 | Lot: 1930 | Aug 3, 2008

Sold For: $43,125.00
1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1833, R.3 -- Ex-Jewelry -- ANACS. PR45 Details. (PCGS# 8057)
Auction 1171 | Lot: 4960 | Jun 3, 2012

Sold For: $32,200.00
1879 $4 Flowing Hair, Judd-1635, Pollock-1832, 1833, R.3, 6, Impaired Proof, Obverse Graffiti, Polished, NCS. A bright, mishandled specimen with the initials HE in the right obverse field. Technically a pattern issue, the Charles Barber "Stella" design has been elevated by its own popularity to inclusion among regularly issued coins. Reportedly, 415 restrikes were minted, a good percentage, like this piece, being impaired to some degree. Despite its obvious distractions, this is a legitimately rare issue that is always in high demand from gold specialists. (PCGS# 8057)
Auction 330 | Lot: 7902 | Sep 20, 2003

Sold For: $31,050.00
1854-D $3 AU55 ANACS. This is the only Dahlonega Mint three-dollar gold coin issue, and the first year of issue for the denomination--a distinction shared with the 1854-O three-dollar gold piece. Only 1,120 pieces of the 1854-D were struck at the Georgia mint, and perhaps 100 or so exist today. Many of the survivors have been repaired, so attractive, problem-free examples are even rarer. Probably not more than 25 or 30 examples are known in AU or better grades, and nearly all of those are just AU50. This is a wonderful example with rich orange-gold surfaces and a hint of green coloration. A few tiny surface marks are present, most notable behind the lower hair details on the obverse. Little border detail is visible. The detail that is visible is quite weak, and only toward the bottom on each side. In fact, the unusual border appearance--along with the 5 and 4 in the date, which touch, and the incomplete leaf left of the date--are diagnostics used to spot counterfeits made by attaching a D mintmark to P-mint examples. Do not miss the chance to bid on this highly desirable, Choice AU example of this rare and popular issue. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 407 | Lot: 1100 | Jul 8, 2006

Sold For: $27,000.00
1854-D $3 -- Improperly Cleaned -- NCS. AU Details. Variety 1-A. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1337 | Lot: 3386 | Dec 16, 2021

Sold For: $26,400.00
1883 $3 PR 65 Cameo ANACS. With paltry original deliveries across the board, the proof three dollar series is in the province of advanced collectors. For such numismatists, we are proud to offer this gem quality survivor from one of the last years of this odd denomination. The 89 proof specimens that emerged from the Philadelphia Mint this year carry low dates that slant down to the viewer's right. In addition to this diagnostic feature, this specimen exhibits a pleasing cameo contrast that further enhances the visual impact of the boldly impressed devices. Honey-gold hues overlay the golden surfaces, although we note that there are no hairlines or impairments worthy of individual mention. A lovely example, this coin deserves a bid that does justice to its memorable eye appeal. (PCGS# 8047)
Auction 211 | Lot: 5614 | Oct 13, 1999

Sold For: $21,275.00
1854-D $3 --Repaired--ANACS. AU50 Details. Variety 1-A, the only die pairing. As with all genuine '54-D threes, this piece shows distinct weakness on the obverse and the TED in UNITED is doubled. A famous Dahlonega rarity, this being the only D-mint of the denomination and one of just 1,120 pieces struck, making the 1854-D the object of competition from both collectors of the three dollar series as well as Southern gold enthusiasts. The repairs about the rims of this lustrous example are skillfully executed and even less visible within the confines of the holder. Although not mentioned on the holder, the surfaces are somewhat bright from having been cleaned, probably at the time of the repair. While we expect this to be relatively affordable for an 1854-D three dollar gold piece, we do not believe for a moment that it will go unnoticed. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 402 | Lot: 1771 | Apr 7, 2006

Sold For: $18,400.00
1854-D $3 XF45 ANACS. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1136 | Lot: 2121 | Jan 10, 2010

Sold For: $17,250.00
1854-D $3 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU55 Details. The 1854-D three is the only issue of this denomination struck at the Dahlonega Mi... (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 434 | Lot: 2262 | May 10, 2007

Sold For: $17,250.00
1865 Three Dollars, Judd-440, Unlisted in Pollock. R.8, PR 61 ANACS. An extremely rare, restrike pattern issue that is shrouded in uncertain origins. The obverse is from the regular die used to strike 1872 three dollar pieces (believed to be the actual year of striking, rather than in 1865), and the reverse is also very similar to the regular issue, but with the date sloping noticeably up to the right. Struck in gold with a reeded edge. Pedigree??? (PCGS# 8035)
Auction 199 | Lot: 5701 | Mar 16, 1999

Sold For: $14,950.00
1854-D $3 -- Repaired, Polished -- ANACS. AU Details, Net VF30. Variety 1-A. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1347 | Lot: 3981 | Jul 15, 2022

Sold For: $14,400.00
1854-D $3 --Improperly Cleaned--NCS. AU Details. The 1854-D is a widely recognized 19th century rarity. The '54-O is the only other branch mint three dollar that was produced in one of the Southern mints. Only 1,120 '54-D coins were struck, and Doug Winter (1997) indicates that no more than 95 pieces are extant in all grades. The '54-D is also a condition rarity at or above the Choice XF level, with most survivors in the VF-XF grade range. The AU details specimen offered here has bright apricot-gold surfaces that reveal wispy hairlines from a moderate cleaning. The design elements are essentially well defined, though Liberty's hair is somewhat weak. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 400 | Lot: 2804 | Feb 11, 2006

Sold For: $14,375.00
1854-D $3 -- Repaired -- ANACS. AU50 Details. Variety 1-A. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1161 | Lot: 4234 | Nov 10, 2011

Sold For: $12,750.05
1876 $3 --Reverse Damaged--ANACS. AU Details, Net PR45. One of two proof-only dates in the series, just 45 pieces were struck, many of which were undoubtedly sold at the Centennial Exposition held in Philadelphia that year. Since far more than 45 people collect this popular series, there are not enough pieces to fulfill demand, and survivors are eagerly sought in all grades. Despite its status as a significant rarity, the present specimen found its way into circulation, and light wear is evident on Liberty's forehead and the hair curls below the coronet and above the ear. The surfaces are somewhat glossy but are relatively unabraded except for a moderate sized dig just above the upper right termination of the wreath. One of the keys to a complete date set of Three Dollar Pieces. (PCGS# 8040)
Auction 358 | Lot: 8330 | Nov 6, 2004

Sold For: $12,650.00
1865 $3 MS60 ANACS. Typically bold with a delicate coppery-gold tint and subdued prooflike tendencies. A few tiny contact marks are noted on Liberty's neck, but otherwise the surfaces are far less abraded that what would normally be expected of an MS60. The 1865 has the lowest official mintage (the elusive 1873 has no official mintage) of any three-dollar gold piece struck prior to 1881 with only 1,140 business strikes produced. Unlike some later date, low mintage issues, the 1865 is genuinely rare in all grades, and doesn't seem to have been hoarded in Mint State. It is unlikely that more than 75-85 pieces remain today in all grades. (PCGS# 7986)
Auction 394 | Lot: 3441 | Jan 7, 2006

Sold For: $11,000.00
1858 $3 --Altered Surfaces--NCS. Proof. (PCGS# 8021)
Auction 1108 | Lot: 3167 | Jun 2, 2008

Sold For: $10,925.00
1854-D $3 -- Obverse Repaired, Improperly Cleaned -- NCS. XF Details. Variety 1-A. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1299 | Lot: 4873 | Sep 6, 2019

Sold For: $10,800.00
1885 $3 PR63 ANACS. The 1885 is a low total-mintage date with only 801 business strikes and 109 proofs produced. Probably no more than 40 proofs are extant today in all grades. This is a sparkling, orange-tinted specimen with uniform, mirrored brilliance and a few scattered blemishes and hairlines. Some light, hazy patina is seen over each side and a light bit of porosity is present in the fields. An excellent choice for both the type and date collector, this date would make an interesting proof type coin because of its better date status. (PCGS# 8049)
Auction 404 | Lot: 2610 | Apr 29, 2006

Sold For: $10,350.00
1854-D $3 -- Tooled, Cleaned -- ANACS. XF40 Details. Variety 1-A. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1294 | Lot: 4669 | Apr 26, 2019

Sold For: $10,200.00
1854-D $3 --Repaired, Improperly Cleaned--NCS. XF Details. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 1122 | Lot: 2612 | Feb 8, 2009

Sold For: $10,062.50
1876 $3 --Mount Removed, Damaged--NCS. Impaired Proof. (PCGS# 8040)
Auction 1110 | Lot: 1959 | Jun 29, 2008

Sold For: $9,775.00
1877 $3 --Altered Surfaces--ANACS. MS60 Details. Unlike other low mintage scarcities in the series, a large percentage of 1877 threes (one of just 1,468 business strikes) were circulated or fell into the hands of non-collectors. This glassy yellow-gold example has an unnatural brightness and displays a few pinpoint marks here and there. (PCGS# 7999)
Auction 400 | Lot: 2828 | Feb 11, 2006

Sold For: $9,775.00
1874 $3 --Surface Residue--ANACS. MS60 Details. The surfaces appear dull and somewhat pitted resulting from an unknown foreign substance. An affordable higher graded example of this popular type coin.
From The Clearfield Collection. (PCGS# 7998)
Auction 394 | Lot: 5068 | Jan 7, 2006

Sold For: $9,775.00
1854-D $3 --Graffiti--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF30. Variety 1-A, the only Dahlonega Mint die marriage for the denomination. A famous rarity, survivors in all grades are the object of competition from collectors of the Three Dollar series as well as Southern gold enthusiasts. The letter P is pinscratched below the U in UNITED, and a pair of relatively deep pinscratches affect Liberty's nose. An evenly circulated example that has apricot-gold color. Struck from clashed dies. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 336 | Lot: 7556 | Jan 10, 2004

Sold For: $9,775.00
1883 PR 65 Cameo ANACS. A superior example of this rare proof three-dollar. Both business strikes and proofs are considerable rarities with only 900 and 89 pieces produced respectively of each. This is a stunning cameo proof with illimitible depth of mirrored reflectivity in the fields. The mint frost on the devices is considerable and starkly sets the devices against the black pools of reflectivity in the fields. The surfaces are essentially defect-free, close examination with a glass only reveals a stray hairline here and there and a few microscopic planchet flakes. The fields have the orange-peel effect often seen on this date and others from the 1880s, yielding even more visual interest to this significant rarity. (PCGS# 8047)
Auction 181 | Lot: 7731 | Jan 13, 1998

Sold For: $9,200.00
1881 $3 AU55 ANACS. (PCGS# 8003)
Auction 1206 | Lot: 4802 | Jun 8, 2014

Sold For: $8,812.50
1854-D $3 --Graffiti--ANACS. XF Details, Net VF30. Variety 1-A. Some malefactor, probably long ago, scratched a T in the fields and a second T through the nose and cheek of Liberty. Nonetheless, with a mintage of only 1,120 pieces and as the only D-mint three dollar gold, the issue is subject to ferocious competition from dedicated collectors of both the Dahlonega issues and the three dollar series. The surfaces are an appealing copper-gold, and there are few mentionable distractions otherwise.
From The Steve Glenn Collection. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 404 | Lot: 2553 | Apr 29, 2006

Sold For: $8,625.00
1854 $3 MS64 ANACS. The 1854 may have the highest mintage of the denomination, but at the MS64 level, it is noticeably scarcer than the 1878, which was presumably set aside in greater number. In a sense, the 1854 is its own one-year type, since DOLLARS has significantly larger letters on the 1855 and later dates. This gorgeous near-Gem is crisply struck and uncommonly smooth. The strike is even, and the eye appeal challenges an even finer grade. (PCGS# 7969)
Auction 422 | Lot: 5685 | Jan 6, 2007

Sold For: $8,050.00
1877 $3 --Cleaned--ANACS. Unc Details, Net AU55. Low mintage rarities are distributed throughout the challenging Three Dollar series. Among the more difficult issues to acquire is the 1877, which had a business strike production of only 1,468 pieces. Gold did not circulate except on the west coast in 1877, since it was forced out of circulation by Gresham's Law in favor of discounted Federal paper money. This crisply struck example is lightly hairlined, which perhaps contributes to its prooflike appearance. However, those seeking an unimpaired piece will require both imperturbable patience and a formidable bank balance. (PCGS# 7999)
Auction 358 | Lot: 8316 | Nov 6, 2004

Sold For: $8,050.00
1889 PR 63 Cameo ANACS. Final year of the popular three-dollar denomination and one of 129 proofs struck for collectors. The proof status of this flashy, lightly hairlined example is unquestionable, with yellow-gold surfaces that display exciting field-to-device contrast. (PCGS# 8053)
Auction 173 | Lot: 6394 | Jun 9, 1997

Sold For: $8,050.00

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1877 $3 -- Cleaned -- ANACS. AU55 Details. (PCGS# 7999)
Auction 1294 | Lot: 4711 | Apr 26, 2019

Sold For: $7,800.00
1854-O $3 AU Details, Improperly Cleaned, NCS. Brilliant surfaces. Some faint hairlines account for the NCS label designation. A touch of striking softness is noted on the highpoints of the obverse and at the numerals 85 in the date on the reverse. The "O" mintmark is bold. The fields exhibit considerable prooflike character. Only 24,000 examples were minted, and the lion's share of the survivors are in the VF to EF grade range. Examples grading AU or better are scarce. The fact that the 1854-O is the only three-dollar issue struck at the New Orleans Mint makes the variety even more desirable. (PCGS# 7971)
Auction 384 | Lot: 4506 | Sep 24, 2005

Sold For: $7,762.50
1854-O $3 AU53 ANACS. Always in demand as the only Three Dollar issue produced at the New Orleans Mint, this piece shows modest wear on the highpoints and average or better sharpness. A shallow lamination can be distinguished after the D in UNITED with the aid of a glass. (PCGS# 7971)
Auction 349 | Lot: 8823 | Jun 5, 2004

Sold For: $7,475.00
1868 $3 MS60 ANACS. (PCGS# 7989)
Auction 1349 | Lot: 3881 | Oct 9, 2022

Sold For: $7,200.00
1873 $3 Closed 3--Cleaned--ANACS. AU Details, Net XF45. (PCGS# 7995)
Auction 1104 | Lot: 3377 | Apr 19, 2008

Sold For: $6,900.00
1855 $3 MS62 ANACS. Beginning in 1855, DOLLARS is increased in size, relative to the initial 1854 small DOLLARS subtype. The minor engraving spacing blunder "LI BE RTY" was not corrected. A lightly marked and well struck piece with abundant bright luster. Not a rare date in the series, the 1855 trades as a type coin, but is far scarcer than the 1878 in Mint State. Accompanied by an old collector's envelope that gives the pedigree as "Harrison/July-63."
From The John H. Schroeder Collection. (PCGS# 7972)
Auction 394 | Lot: 5027 | Jan 7, 2006

Sold For: $6,900.00
1854-D $3 --Repaired, Tooled, Whizzed, ANACS--AU Details, Net VF20. Of course, the bright side of the equation is that this is a genuine 1854-D three, and it will be hotly contested for that reason alone. The one thing that the ANACS description, with all its qualifiers, does not tell us is that this is still a pleasing appearing coin, especially the obverse. Even though the lower obverse has some light smoothing of the field, the greenish-gold appearance is still appealing to the eye. Despite the extensive tooling on the reverse, the mintmark, which is an important feature of this issue, has not been messed with. Although we expect this to be relatively affordable for an 1854-D three-dollar gold piece, we don't believe for a moment that it will go unnoticed. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 360 | Lot: 8852 | Jan 15, 2005

Sold For: $6,900.00
1888 $3 MS63 ANACS. Only 5,000 business strike 1888 three dollar gold pieces were struck. Fortunately for posterity, a few ... (PCGS# 8010)
Auction 428 | Lot: 2681 | Oct 25, 2006

Sold For: $6,612.50
1880 PR 64 Cameo ANACS. In addition to the diagnostic rust spot on the hair of Liberty, there is also a vein-like die crack across the nose and a "teardrop" below the eye. Astonishing two-toned contrast, the fields are "black" with reflectivity and the devices are heavily frosted. An enchanting coin whose orange-peel surfaces show no especially distracting contact marks. (PCGS# 8044)
Auction 181 | Lot: 7726 | Jan 13, 1998

Sold For: $6,612.50
1854-O $3 -- Cleaned -- ANACS. AU58 Details. Variety 2. (PCGS# 7971)
Auction 1318 | Lot: 3409 | Aug 9, 2020

Sold For: $6,600.00
1874 $3 MS64 ANACS. While this issue's original mintage of 41,800 pieces may seem low when viewed in the wider context of U.S. numismatics, it is one of the more obtainable Three Dollar gold pieces. A strong candidate for inclusion in a high grade type set, this frosty textured near-Gem shimmers with strong luster quality. Medium intensity yellow-gold color envelops generally bold, minimally abraded features. (PCGS# 7998)
Auction 308 | Lot: 8548 | Jan 11, 2003

Sold For: $6,555.00
1854-O $3 --Cleaned--ANACS. AU53 Details. A slightly bright yellow-gold piece with light wear on the left border of Liberty'... (PCGS# 7971)
Auction 428 | Lot: 2638 | Oct 25, 2006

Sold For: $6,325.00
1876 $3 --Repaired--ANACS. XF40 Details. One of two proof-only dates in the series, just 45 pieces were struck, many of which were undoubtedly sold at the Centennial Exposition held in Philadelphia that year. Since far more than 45 people collect this popular series, there are not enough pieces to fulfill demand, and survivors are eagerly sought in all grades. Despite its status as a significant rarity, the present specimen found its way into a jewelry piece as there is evidence of a repair on the obverse portrait. The surfaces are somewhat glossy and have obviously been polished at one time. One of the keys to a complete date set of three dollar pieces. (PCGS# 8040)
Auction 407 | Lot: 1161 | Jul 8, 2006

Sold For: $6,325.00
1854-D $3 --Ex. Jewelry--ANACS. Fine 12 Details. The 1854-D three dollar is a famous Dahlonega rarity, being the only D-mint of the denomination and one of just 1,120 pieces struck. As such, it is the object of competition from both collectors of the three dollar series as well as Southern gold enthusiasts. Most of the original surface metal is displaced by a highly polished appearance, giving the coin an unmistakably unnatural look. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 400 | Lot: 2803 | Feb 11, 2006

Sold For: $6,325.00
1854-D $3 --Repaired, Polished--ANACS. AU Details, Net VF30. Variety 1-A, the only Dahlonega Mint die marriage for the denomination. A famous rarity, survivors in all grades are coveted by southern gold specialists and those assembling Three Dollar sets. This is a thoroughly polished example, and the left obverse border and right obverse field have been repaired. (PCGS# 7970)
Auction 358 | Lot: 8299 | Nov 6, 2004

Sold For: $6,325.00

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