Lot 1546
1877-CC $5 Liberty. NGC graded AU-50. Mostly untoned. Only 8,680 minted. A touch of luster around devices on this well-preserved specimen with faint traces of peach toning on both sides. Choice for the grade, with an overall visual appeal that approaches a higher level. Given the mintage, it isn’t surprising this is rare so fine; the 1877-CC, when found, is usually in VF or more worn grades, since few if any were exported to Europe or South America during the time of mintage.
When this comes to market the advanced collector of Carson City coins will wish to pull out all stops, and bid whatever the competition dictates, with the knowledge that few other opportunities may arise in for many years. Pop 10; 21 finer, 6 in 53, 11 in 55, 4 in 58 (PCGS # 8343) .
The mintmark placement is central in the field between the denomination and the details above. The first C is above the left upright of the V, while the second is centered above the V and E. The second C is marginally higher than the first.
Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500.
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