Lot 5
1885-CC $20
NGC 61
Starting bid
$39,500
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Bid history
- Grade
- NGC 61
- Certificate
- 6816384003
- Denomination
- $20
- Series
- Liberty Double Eagles
- Metal
- GOLD
- Country
Description
# 1885-CC $20 Gold Double Eagle. ## NGC MS-61 PL - Rare Carson City Prooflike Gold Rarity. This exceptional 1885-CC $20 Gold Double Eagle represents a remarkable specimen from the legendary Carson City Mint, offering advanced collectors a pristine example of mid-1880s Western gold coinage. Graded *NGC MS-61 Prooflike*, this coin displays remarkable mirror-like surfaces that highlight the exceptional striking quality characteristic of the Carson City Mint's limited gold production. The present specimen exhibits exceptional eye appeal with prooflike fields that create a stunning contrast against the deeply struck design elements. With a total population of just 12,500 coins graded across all services, this 1885-CC Double Eagle represents a significant opportunity for the discerning numismatist. The NGC certification #6816384003 guarantees the coin's authenticity and precise technical assessment. Numismatic Highlights: - Mint: Carson City (CC). - Metal: 90% Gold. - Condition: *NGC MS-61 Prooflike*. - Rarity: Scarce Carson City gold issue. - Population: Only 450 coins at current grade level. - Excellent preservation with reflective, clean surfaces. Provenance and condition make this an extraordinary opportunity for collectors seeking a premium example of one of the most collectible mint marks in American gold coinage. A true centerpiece for any advanced numismatic collection focusing on Western mint gold issues. Estimate: $39,500-$42,500




