1879-CC $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle AU-53 NGC
1879-CC $5 Liberty Gold Half Eagle AU-53 NGC
In 1879, the remote Carson City Mint in Nevada struck a limited number of five-dollar gold coins, known to enthusiasts as the Liberty Half Eagle. This particular specimen survived the decades in remarkable About Uncirculated condition, officially graded as AU-53. Crafted from 0.2419 troy ounces of gold, it represents a fascinating era of American frontier minting. The coin features the classic Liberty design on the obverse, dated 1879. On the reverse, the eagle is surrounded by the legend of the United States of America and the five-dollar denomination, marked simply as "FIVE D." Just beneath the eagle, the famous "CC" mintmark identifies its origin from the silver-country mint, making it a captivating piece of nineteenth-century metallic artistry.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1879 |
| Grade | NGC |
| Legal-tender face value | 5 Dollars |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.2419 troy oz |
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