1883-CC $5 MS(PCGS#8362)

February 2025 Showcase Auction - U.S. Coins

Auktionator

Stack's Bowers

Losnummer

2033

Erhaltungsgrad

AU50

Preis

9.000

Losbeschreibung

Bathed in softly frosted luster, both sides are enhanced by beautiful color in vivid orange-gold and deep honey. All design elements are boldly to sharply rendered, and the surfaces are exceptionally smooth for both the issue and the assigned grade. Despite the recognized low mintage of 12,598 pieces, the 1883-CC half eagle is one of the more underrated rarities from the Nevada branch mint. Attractive problem free survivors are elusive at all levels of preservation, representing a tiny fraction of the 100 to 130 coins that Rusty Goe (2020) believes are extant. The author's estimate at the EF and AU levels is no more than 95 coins. The offering of this premium AU example is a significant bidding opportunity that should not be missed.