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Near-Mint 1879-CC Half Eagle
Rare Issue in Higher Grades

1879-CC $5 AU58 NGC. The 1879-CC half eagle boasts a small mintage of 17,281 pieces, and experts estimate a surviving population of just 200-250 examples in all grades. The issue is rare in AU58, and only six specimens have been certified in higher numeric grades by NGC and PCGS combined (6/10). The present coin is sharply struck and shows only the slightest evidence of wear. The pleasing rose-gold surfaces are lustrous and free of serious distractions.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25X8, PCGS# 8349, GSID# 9068)

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper
Weight: 8.36 grams
AGW: 0.24188oz
Mintage: 17,281


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
July, 2010
8th-11th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 10
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 513

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jul 9, 2010 for: $9,775.00
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