Skip to main content
Go to accessibility options
LOT #3078  | 
Sold on May 3, 2023 for: Sign-in or Join (free & quick)

1875-CC 20C MS66 PCGS. CAC. BF-2, R.1....

Click the image to load the highest resolution version.
Sold on May 3, 2023 for:
$52,800.00 Bid Source: HA.com/Live bidder
Get one of these:
Share this lot
Track Item Printable Auction Results

Sell One of These

Description

1875-CC Twenty Cent, MS66
A Condition Census Example

1875-CC 20C MS66 PCGS. CAC. BF-2, R.1. Of the two Carson City issues in the short-lived twenty cent series, the 1875-CC is the only one typically collectible by most enthusiasts. However, its availability is largely restricted to the MS64 and lower grade levels. Gems are scarce, and anything finer is notably rare. The present coin is among the finest at PCGS. That service lists a total of 10 coins in this grade (one of which is Plus designated), and NGC reports another five, plus one Superb Gem finer (3/23). Yet, even these small figures are likely inflated by duplications. Since our Permanent Auction Archives began in 1993, we have previously handled only six different coins in MS66, plus the sole MS67★ NGC coin. The current offering represents only the seventh 1875-CC twenty cent in Premium Gem condition to appear in our auctions.

The coin is exceptionally clean and displays frosty mint luster, with no obvious abrasions noted even beneath a loupe. Original ivory-white color adorns the interiors, while soft blue-green, gold, and russet toning appears in the margins. Eye appeal is outstanding and is endorsed by CAC. Only six coins in this grade carry CAC approval.

Coinage of 1875-CC twenty cent pieces began in June under Coiner William H. Doane. Doane was replaced shortly thereafter by Levi Dague. In The Confident Carson City Coin Collector, Rusty Goe suggests that coins produced under Dague may have been better made than those struck by Doane, and this may translate to the strike quality seen on surviving pieces today. While no absolute connection between strike sharpness and the coiners can be determined, it is an interesting idea. The present coin is generally sharp throughout on the obverse, but shows slight weakness on the reverse eagle's breast and left (facing) wing. The talons are sharp. Population: 10 in 66 (1 in 66+), 0 finer. CAC: 6 in 66, 0 finer (3/23).
From The Stephenville Collection. (Registry values: N7079)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 23R6, PCGS# 5297, Greysheet# 5039)

Weight: 5.00 grams

Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

View all of [The Stephenville Collection. ]

View Certification Details from PCGS

Thumbnail
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.

Order Now!

Auction Info

2023 May 3 - 7 CSNS US Coins Signature® Auction #1359 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
May, 2023
3rd-7th Wednesday-Sunday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 32
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
Page Views: 562

Buyer's Premium per Lot:
20% of the successful bid per lot.

Shipping, Taxes, Terms and Bidding
Sales Tax information  | PCGS Guarantee of Grade and Authenticity

Important information concerning Sales Tax and Resale Certificates. Learn More

Terms and Conditions  |  Bidding Guidelines and Bid Increments |  Glossary of Terms  | US & World Coin Grading Tutorial

Sold on May 3, 2023 for: $52,800.00
Track Item