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PCGS 1884-CC AU 55. A rare, low mintage Carson City issue that is termed "prohibitively rare in AU" by Breen. This is surely one of the finest pieces known. The coin has bright prooflike fields, is minimally marked, and sharply defined throughout. A rare opportunity for the Carson City specialist. Trends $4,500 in AU 50, unlisted any finer.

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.

‡ The owner placed a late bid on this unreserved lot and repurchased it, subject to applicable commission.

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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
January, 1994
5th Wednesday
Internet/Mail Bids: 1
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Jan 5, 1994 for: Sign-in or Join (free & quick)
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