1884-CC Liberty Double Eagle. AU-58 (PCGS). CAC.；With a bold to sharp strike and handsome orange-olive patina, this undeniably original example is sure to please the discerning Liberty double eagle collector. Predominantly lustrous with a soft satin texture, an overall smooth appearance is also an uncommon attribute in a lightly circulated CC-mint twenty.<p>In 1884, double eagle production stepped up somewhat at Carson City with a total of 81,139 coins produced employing a single pair of dies using what few bullion deposits of gold were made that year. Fighting for its existence in a heavily contested election year, focus was placed more on silver dollars than gold. As is typical for the coins produced at Carson City, once the double eagles were distributed they were rapidly absorbed into everyday trade. The vast majority of survivors are only in VF or EF levels of preservation, often with significant abrasions and other damage. At AU, the issue becomes increasingly rare, especially Choice. With the CACs certification of superior quality for the grade, expect considerable bidding activity by Carson City specialists and type collectors alike.
