1890-CC $20

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# 1890-CC $20 Gold Double Eagle. ## NGC MS-61 - A Scarce Carson City Gold Rarity. This exceptional 1890-CC $20 Gold Double Eagle represents a prized specimen from the legendary Carson City Mint, offering collectors a magnificent example of late 19th-century American gold coinage. Struck during the waning years of the Carson City Mint's operations, this piece showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and historical significance of one of the most coveted mint marks in numismatics. Graded NGC MS-61, the coin displays prooflike surfaces that highlight the intricate design details with remarkable clarity. The surfaces exhibit minimal marks typical of the assigned grade, with lustrous golden-orange coloration that speaks to the coin's exceptional preservation. The Carson City Mint mark adds significant premium and collectibility to this already desirable gold issue, making it a standout piece for advanced numismatists and gold coin specialists. Population statistics underscore the coin's collectible nature, with only 450 examples graded at this exact level and a total of 1,250 coins in higher grades. Out of an estimated 12,500 total graded, this specimen represents a relatively scarce example of this historically significant gold double eagle. Collectors will appreciate both its technical quality and its important place in American monetary history. Key Attributes: - Mint: Carson City (CC). - Denomination: $20 Double Eagle. - Metal: Gold. - Grade: NGC MS-61. - Certification: #8522903008. - Prooflike Surfaces. - Estimated Price Guide: $850