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High Grade 1872-CC Quarter

1872-CC AU 50 NGC. Ex: Pittman. This is the third finest certified example of this key Carson City quarter, bettered only by an AU 55 and a mint state specimen. Well defined with gunmetal-blue toning on both sides, and accented with gold and crimson colors. Pleasing for the grade with a hint of remaining luster.
Purchased on 1/14/55 from F.K. Saab for $160; John J. Pittman Collection (Akers, 5/98), lot 1346.

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23US, PCGS# 5482, GSID# 5205)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 6.22 grams
ASW: 0.17998oz
Mintage: 22,850


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, 1999
6th-8th Wednesday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 3
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 147
Sold on Jan 7, 1999 for: Not Sold
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