1874-CC $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle XF-40 PCGS
Numismatic
1874-CC $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle XF-40 PCGS
In 1874, the Carson City Mint in Nevada struck a limited run of 115,085 gold double eagles, each carrying a face value of twenty dollars. These massive gold pieces were minted from 0.9675 troy ounces of pure gold, blended into a durable 0.900 fine alloy designed to withstand the rugged economic life of the American West. Today, surviving examples are highly prized by historians and numismatists alike for their direct connection to the silver and gold booms of the frontier. This specific coin displays the famous "CC" mint mark, indicating its origin at the remote Nevada facility. It has been certified in Extremely Fine 40 (XF-40) condition, showing honest wear from its time in circulation while retaining the distinct details of its classic Liberty design. The piece stands as a tangible survivor of nineteenth-century American coinage, capturing a moment when hard money ruled the western frontier.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1874 |
| Grade | PCGS |
| Legal-tender face value | 20 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.9675 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Thickness | 2.41 mm |
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