1871-CC $20 AU55 PCGS....

Description

Appealing, Scarce Choice AU 1871-CC Twenty

1871-CC $20 AU55 PCGS. The 1871-CC double eagle circulated widely in Nevada, and quantities also found their way overseas. Moreover, most survivors show heavy bagmarks. Extremely Fine and About Uncirculated coins are the most often encountered specimens, while Mint State examples are rare, with a mere six having been certified, primarily in MS60 and MS61.
This Choice AU is therefore a very special offering. First of all, while it does reveal a few light marks, they are not severe and do not detract from the coin's overall appeal. Second, its design features are well defined, including sharpness in the star centers. Finally, its yellow-gold surfaces are splashed with lilac and grayish-blue, especially on the obverse, and retain a good amount of luster in the areas around and the interstices of the design motifs. Population: 9 in 55, 0 finer (11/09).
From The Atherton Family Collection.(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26AB, PCGS# 8961, Greysheet# 9913)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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