1851 PCGS MS66

1851 PCGS MS66

The 1851 Three-Cent Silver is a landmark issue, marking the first year of the denomination, introduced in response to the reduced postal rate of three cents following the Coinage Act of 1851. Struck in .750 fine silver, the new “trime” was designed to facilitate everyday commerce at a time when small silver coins were in heavy demand.

This exceptional example, graded PCGS MS66, is blast white with a delicate hint of beautiful pale color, showcasing razor-sharp details, frosty surfaces, and outstanding overall eye appeal. The strike is crisp throughout the star and shield, with fully defined lettering and borders. In the opinion of this cataloger (IMHO), the coin appears undergraded, possessing the visual qualities and surface preservation often seen in higher-graded examples. A superb first-year Three-Cent Silver that combines historical importance, elite condition, and exceptional visual charm.

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