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1851 Three-Cent Silver (Trime)

Classic · 3¢

1851 Three-Cent Silver (Trime)

3¢ · Classic · James B. Longacre

Designer: James B. Longacre

Coin facts

Denomination
3¢
Metal
silver
Series
Three Cent Silver
Year
1851
Era
Classic

Where to buy

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