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Patinated Gem 1878-CC Quarter

1878-CC 25C MS65 PCGS. More than 9 million quarters were struck at Carson City between 1876 and 1877, but the 1878-CC has a smaller mintage of less than 1 million pieces. No further fractional silver coinage was struck at the facility, although silver dollars were struck in quantity. The present lustrous, well struck, and unmarked Gem offers rich blended golden-brown and apple-green patina. Population: 17 in 65, 5 finer (4/10).(Registry values: P2)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23V9, PCGS# 5509, GSID# 5218)

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 6.25 grams
ASW: 0.18085oz
Mintage: 996,000


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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
June, 2010
3rd-6th Thursday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 12
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Buyer's Premium per Lot:
15% of the successful bid per lot.

Sold on Jun 3, 2010 for: $3,220.00
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