1882-CC Liberty Double Eagle. AU-58 (PCGS).；A wonderfully original example with subtle rose highlights to otherwise deep orange-gold patina. Sharply defined with ample remaining luster in a satiny texture.<p>The Carson City Mint in the early 1880s faced a number of political challenges to its existence. As focus was placed on producing silver dollars from Comstock bullion, the quantity of double eagles struck dropped noticeably. That said, while only 39,140 coins came off the coining presses, they not only entered local circulation, but also were used in international trade. Thankfully, many of these coins avoided the mass meltings of the 1930s and have become more available as these foreign holdings were repatriated. Most of these surviving specimens are in circulated grade levels, becoming increasingly scarce at the AU level and above. Uncompromising in quality, a perfect example for the budget conscious aficionado.
