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1879-CC GSA Dollar, MS63
VAM-3, Capped Die, Top 100

1879-CC $1 Capped Die, VAM-3, GSA, MS63 NGC. A Top 100 Variety. Rich golden-brown, mauve, and navy-blue toning endows the upper reverse. The obverse shows similar shades near the date. Lustrous and nicely struck with smooth fields and moderate marks on Liberty's face and neck. The dramatic VAM with myriad die chips in the vicinity of the mintmark.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 253U, Variety PCGS# 533225, Base PCGS# 7088, Greysheet# 72474)

Weight: 26.73 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper


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The Confident Carson City Coin Collector
by Rusty Goe

The Carson City Mint’s celebrated legacy — replete with landmark achievements, setbacks, mysteries and tall tales — is covered in exacting detail in Goe’s three-volume set.

Auction Info

Auction Dates
July, 2016
7th-10th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 7
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
17.5% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jul 7, 2016 for: $7,637.50
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