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Scarce, Low-Mintage 1884-CC Half Eagle, AU55

1884-CC $5 AU55 NGC. Variety 1-A, the only known dies. This Carson City issue had a low mintage of just 16,402 pieces. This example is boldly struck, if slightly soft on the obverse stars and the eagle's right (facing) talons. Typical die lines are noted across Liberty's cheekbone below the eye and through the letters RTY in LIBERTY. An appealing Choice AU example of this scarce issue.(Registry values: P3)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 25XP, PCGS# 8365, Greysheet# 9079)

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
May-Jun, 2008
28th-2nd Wednesday-Monday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
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