Lot 1848
1893-CC. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved PQ. Only 18,402 minted of which merely 1,112 examples are estimated to have survived. A lovely example which could grade MS64. The 1893 Carson City double eagle is the most available double eagle issue from that mint in Uncirculated condition. It can be found with relative ease all the way up to the MS-62 grade but bear in mind that finding choice specimens can pose a challenge. Many "sliders" end up in second-tier Mint State grading holders. The quality conscious, experienced collector can find this frustrating when going by population figures alone. In Mint State 63, the 1893-CC becomes a serious condition rarity. Viewers of the present offering will agree that this specimen is correctly graded as MS63 and is many steps above "product" MS-61-62 coins. The surfaces are vibrant satiny gold, frosted from center to periphery and almost entirely free of bagmark contact. Shimmering luster is found across Liberty's cheek while the feathers of the eagle show their intricate detail. Anyone appreciating original gold will rejoice when viewing the attractive nature of this Choice specimen. No hairlines are found in the fields and the original skin of the coin in intact. While the 1893-CC may be a "Type" candidate for a Type III Carson City double eagle, do not be deceived into thinking that the present coin is anything other than rare! Pop 21; none finer at PCGS (PCGS # 9023) .
Estimated Value $25,000 - 30,000.
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