1893-CC $20 MS63 NGC. Variety 1-A....

Description

1893-CC Twenty Dollar, MS63
High-End Condition Rarity
The Final Carson City Production

1893-CC $20 MS63 NGC. Variety 1-A. The 1893-CC double eagle, despite its seemingly low mintage of 18,402 coins, is relatively plentiful in many grades. A significant number of these coins were exported for international trade payments, and in recent decades, they have returned to numismatic channels, increasing the date's overall availability. However, Mint State coins are still highly sought after, especially since this is the last Carson City issue in the series.

The late David Akers, a leading expert in U.S. gold coinage, mentioned that of the hundreds of Mint State examples returned from Europe, many were "choice or gem quality." However, population reports indicate an average certified grade of less than MS60. Akers' comment chose to ignore that many of the coins that returned from foreign holdings grade AU today or MS62 at best. The high-end coins Akers referenced are exceptions, making the current MS63 example conditionally scarce.

This lovely Select 1893-CC double eagle represents the finest grade in which the 1893-CC double eagle is typically considered collectible. Only one numerically finer piece is reported by NGC, and none are finer at PCGS. This coin displays a largely bold strike with only the slightest of softness visible on the lower left obverse border stars. Scattered light abrasions -- primarily on the obverse -- prevent a finer grade but are not bothersome. Frosty peach-gold luster rolls vibrantly throughout the fields. The advanced Carson City gold collector will not likely find a superior 1893-CC double eagle any time soon. Census: 19 in 63 (1 in 63+), 1 finer (7/24).(Registry values: N4719)

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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