1893-CC Gold Half Eagles Liberty Head CACG AU 55 CAC

1893-CC $5 Liberty Head Gold Half Eagle – CACG AU55 – Carson City Gold

Offered here is a desirable 1893-CC Liberty Head $5 Gold Half Eagle, graded AU55 by CAC Grading. Struck at the historic Carson City Mint, this coin represents a scarce and highly collectible issue from one of the most legendary mints in American history.

The 1893-CC carries a limited mintage of just 84,409 pieces, making it a tougher Carson City Half Eagle with strong collector demand. Coins from this issue are rarely encountered in higher Mint State grades, and attractive About Uncirculated examples like this are highly sought after.

Graded MS55, this coin offers strong detail with light wear on the high points and retains much of its original mint luster. The surfaces show honest, natural circulation consistent with the grade, while maintaining excellent eye appeal. The strike is sharp, with clear definition on Liberty’s portrait and the reverse eagle.

Designed by Christian Gobrecht, the obverse features Liberty wearing a coronet surrounded by thirteen stars, while the reverse displays a heraldic eagle with shield, arrows, and olive branch. The coin is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, with an actual gold weight of approximately 0.2419 troy ounces.

Carson City gold coins are prized for their Old West history, limited mintages, and enduring popularity among collectors. The 1893-CC $5 is a key semi-scarce issue that fits perfectly into a Carson City collection or a Liberty Head gold type set.

CACG certification adds an extra layer of confidence, making this a strong choice for collectors seeking quality and originality.

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