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Description

1879-CC $5 XF45 PCGS. Variety 2-A. Two obverse dies are known despite a low mintage of 17,281 pieces. Variety 2-A is distinguished by a bold die line through the ER in LIBERTY. The honey-gold surfaces are minimally abraded and display considerable luster for the grade.(Registry values: P3)

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

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.

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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
October, 2011
13th-16th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 12
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