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Significant 1872-CC Twenty, AU55

1872-CC $20 AU55 NGC. Although the obverse has a few moderate reeding marks, the frosty luster and rich orange-gold surfaces provide outstanding eye appeal to this significant Carson City twenty. A trace of high point wear accounts for the Choice AU grade, but a quick glance suggests a Mint State coin. Census: 58 in 55, 74 finer (3/09).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26AE, PCGS# 8964, GSID# 9915)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Mintage: 26,900


Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

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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
Apr-May, 2009
29th-3rd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 15
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 318

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on May 1, 2009 for: $11,500.00
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