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1878-CC Liberty Head Half Eagle, XF45
Low-Mintage, Challenging Date

1878-CC $5 XF45 NGC. Only 9,054 pieces were struck for this difficult Carson City issue. The subdued mustard-gold surfaces have only inconspicuous handling marks, aside from an obverse rim ding at 6 o'clock. The eagle's neck and Liberty's hair have some blending of detail, as struck and usual for the issue. Census: 6 in 45, 20 finer (7/10).(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25X5, PCGS# 8346, GSID# 9066)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 9,054


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
August, 2010
11th-15th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 4
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