1870-CC $5 VF35 NGC. CAC. Variety 1-A....

Description

1870-CC Five Dollar, VF35
Sole CAC Coin in This Grade
Scarce First-Year Carson City Issue

1870-CC $5 VF35 NGC. CAC. Variety 1-A. The Carson City Mint struck only 7,675 half eagles in its first year of operation. This early Carson City coinage served its intended purpose in commerce quite well, circulating extensively with virtually no numismatic interest in the entire Nevada territory. Two Mint State pieces are reported on the grading service population reports today, having survived merely by chance, while the remainder of the population is well worn and often heavily abraded. PCGS estimates that only 75 to 100 pieces survive in all grades.

This Choice VF example is exceptional for the issue. It is the only piece in this grade with CAC approval, and it displays rich copper-orange and bronze-gold patina over smooth, original surfaces. Eye appeal is outstanding. Census: 6 in 35, 19 finer. CAC: 1 in 35, 8 finer (3/21).
From The Selman Family Collection. (Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25WA, PCGS# 8320, Greysheet# 9049)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

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