1852 PCGS MS66+  CAC

1852 PCGS MS66+  CAC

The 1852 Three Cent Silver “Trime” in PCGS MS66+ with a CAC green bean is an exceptional, top-tier example of this classic 19th-century denomination. Struck in .750 fine silver, this tiny coin packs incredible detail and eye appeal for its size. The obverse star is sharply defined with crisp lines, while the central shield shows bold definition. On the reverse, the Roman numeral III is surrounded by a beautifully detailed wreath. In this lofty grade, the coin displays blazing luster, pristine surfaces, and outstanding strike quality. The CAC sticker further confirms this piece as a premium specimen within an already elite grade range.

Issued during a time when three-cent postage stamps were common, these coins were created for everyday convenience—but finding one preserved at this level is truly rare. Most examples saw heavy circulation, making Gem survivors like this MS66+ extremely desirable. This is the kind of coin that instantly elevates an advanced type set and appeals to collectors who demand both quality and historical significance.

Here’s a fun snapshot from 1852: while this pristine coin was being struck, Americans were rushing west chasing Gold Rush dreams, wearing stovepipe hats, and writing letters home about rattlesnakes and bad coffee. Someone probably used a grimy trime to mail a letter saying, “Found no gold, but saw a really big buffalo.” Meanwhile, this beauty somehow dodged pockets, saloons, and muddy trails to remain virtually untouched. Over 170 years later, it still shines like it just left the Mint—talk about beating the odds!

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