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1893-CC Double Eagle, MS62
Variety 2-A

1893-CC $20 MS62 NGC. CAC. Variety 2-A. Two die pairs are known for the 1893-CC double eagles from two obverse dies and one reverse die. This obverse has a short die line extending to the left from Liberty's neck, a little below center. 1893 was the final year of coinage operations at the Carson City Mint, with production suspended on June 1. The facility continued operating as an assay office until business ceased in 1900. This splendid Mint State piece exhibits frosty yellow luster and lovely surfaces that a free of distracting marks. NGC has only certified 21 finer examples. CAC: 15 in 62, 3 finer (3/17).(Registry values: N2998)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 26C9, PCGS# 9023, Greysheet# 9953)

Weight: 33.44 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper


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
April, 2017
26th-30th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Apr 27, 2017 for: $23,500.00
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