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First Year CC Five Dollar

1870-CC Fine 15. A very rare Carson City issue, from a mintage of just 7,675 pieces, with an average grade lower than that of any other coin in the series. This is a pleasing coin for the grade with an even wear pattern and no obvious or distracting problems.

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

Weight: 8.36 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.

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
September, 1997
11th-13th Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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