What an impressive looking, very rare early Proof trime. With a limited mintage of only 60, the 1856 Proof three cent silver is usually only available when collections are broken up and sold. The present coin has lovely, pewter-silver color over highly reflective fields. The fields are brilliant and flashy with an icy smooth texture. Sharply impressed with bold, crisp definition, this borderline GEM has a great look. There are a few light lines that are hidden among the mint made die polish lines which account for the assigned grade. The eye appeal is excellent. PCGS 11, NGC 17, CAC 3. The last PCGS/CAC example brought $7,800 in August 2020, and before that, one sold in the October 2015 sale of the Gene Gardner Collection, Part IV which brought just shy of $10,000. The current PCGS Price Guide value is listed at $8,000 and the CAC CPG value is $8,750. Just 10 have graded finer in the designation. A great coin for a great set. Cert. Number 13129561 PCGS # 3703.00