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1889-CC $20 XF45 NGC. The Carson City Mint resumed coinage in 1889, after a four-year gap. Only 30,945 double eagles were struck, about one-third the production of next year's 1890-CC. The present piece has substantial luster for the Choice XF level, along with dappled tan toning and a single moderate mark near obverse star 13.(Registry values: N1793)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26BV, PCGS# 9011, GSID# 9945)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 33.44 grams
AGW: 0.9675oz
Melt Value: $1,141.65
Gold Spot: $1,180/oz (04-30-2010)
Mintage: 30,945


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, 2010
28th-2nd Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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