1893-CC $20

Description

# 1893-CC Liberty Head Double Eagle - PCGS MS62. An exceptional Carson City Mint gold rarity, this 1893-CC $20 Double Eagle represents a significant piece of numismatic history from one of the most celebrated branch mints in American coinage. Struck during the twilight years of the legendary Carson City Mint, this example offers collectors a pristine glimpse into the late 19th-century gold coinage era. Graded PCGS MS62, this specimen exhibits the characteristic lustrous gold surfaces typical of high-grade Carson City double eagles. The coin features James Barton Longacre's iconic Liberty Head design, with crisp mint state details and minimal marks consistent with its grade. From a total mintage of just 18,402 pieces, this coin represents a scarce and desirable issue from the renowned Nevada mint. The PCGS population report indicates only 161 total coins graded, with a mere 42 examples in higher grades, underscoring the numismatic significance of this piece. Despite historical narratives suggesting relative availability, choice examples like this remain highly collectible. The coin's 90% gold composition and reeded edge exemplify the technical craftsmanship of late 19th-century U.S. Mint production. Provenance and Condition Highlights: - Mint: Carson City (CC). - Grade: PCGS MS62. - Certification: #57224936. - Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper. - Weight: 33.4g. - Diameter: 34mm. A must-have for serious collectors of Western branch mint gold or Carson City numismatics.