1874-CC $20

Description

# 1874-CC Liberty Head Double Eagle - PCGS XF45. An exceptional Carson City gold rarity from the storied Liberty Head $20 Gold Double Eagle series, this 1874-CC specimen represents a significant numismatic treasure. Struck at the legendary Carson City Mint during a pivotal era of Western American coinage, this double eagle offers collectors a tangible connection to the robust economic landscape of the post-Civil War period. Graded PCGS XF45, this coin exhibits moderate circulation with considerable remaining detail and attractive golden-orange patina characteristic of early Carson City gold issues. The low total population of 318 graded specimens underscores its collectible significance, with only a limited number existing in this grade range. The 90% gold composition and reeded edge reflect the precise minting standards of the era, while the 115,085 original mintage hints at the coin's historical context. Numismatic research suggests that while the 1874-CC appears moderately available on paper, high-quality specimens are remarkably scarce. As noted by experts, this date is particularly challenging in uncirculated condition, with very few choice or gem examples known to exist. The coin represents an important opportunity for advanced collectors seeking a representative example of this challenging Carson City issue. Numismatic Details: - *Date*: 1874. - *Mint*: Carson City (CC). - *Designer*: James Barton Longacre. - *PCGS Certification*: #52763528. - *Estimated Price Guide*: $5,750