# 1871-CC $20 Gold Double Eagle

## NGC AU-45 - A Rare Carson City Gold Rarity

This exceptional Carson City gold double eagle represents a significant offering from the legendary 1871-CC mintage, a year of limited production and tremendous historical importance. Struck at the historic Carson City Mint during Nevada Territory's early years, this *Type II* double eagle exhibits remarkable preservation and character typical of high-grade survivors from this challenging period of American coinage.

The present specimen displays attractive original surfaces with warm honey-gold patina and subtle mint luster remaining across raised design elements. NGC AU-45 grade indicates minimal circulation wear while preserving substantial original mint characteristics. The coin's prooflike surfaces enhance its visual appeal, creating exceptional contrast and highlighting the intricate design details of James B. Longacre's classic Liberty Head double eagle motif.

Population statistics underscore this coin's rarity, with relatively few examples surviving from the original mintage. Of the estimated total population of 12,500 graded specimens, this example represents a desirable mid-grade representation that balances collectibility and numismatic significance. Collectors and investors will appreciate both its historical provenance and exceptional state of preservation.

Key Attributes:

- Mint: Carson City (CC)

- Year: 1871

- Denomination: $20 Double Eagle

- Metal: Gold

- Grade: NGC AU-45

- Certification: #1752837066

- Surfaces: Prooflike

*Estimate: $35,000-$40,000*