For collectors of Proof three cent silvers, you know how nearly impossible it is to find pre-1858 examples; the 1854 is one of the RAREST dates, with an estimated mintage of a mere 30 pieces. Evenly toned in a delicate silver-dove-pewter overtone with touches of pleasing pale blue and rose gold iridescent toning. The fields show a glassy/watery reflection under the toning that does have a flashy vivacity when viewed under a light. Close inspection with a strong glass shows a few light lines mixed in with the raised die polish lines (as made). The devices are razor sharp in definition and this important rarity has a bold look. PCGS 5, NGC 0, CAC 2. There has not been one sold since the 2015 ANA auction, a coin with very dappled, multicolored toning that realized only $6,463. We say only because prior to that one brought $15,275 in September 2012 and another brought $9,200 in March 2011. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $10,000 and keep in mind that a PCGS/CAC PR64 sold in the 2017 ANA Auction for $21,150. This coin is bound for a special set of Proof 3CS, and this is, for the specialist collector, an opportunity NOT to be taken for granted! Cert. Number 36063118 PCGS # 3701