# 1892-CC Liberty Head Half Eagle Gold Coin

## PCGS MS-62 - Carson City Mint Rarity

An exceptional Carson City Mint $5 gold piece from the penultimate year of the legendary CC mint's operations. This 1892-CC Liberty Head Half Eagle represents a significant numismatic artifact from the waning days of the famous Nevada mint, offering collectors a prime example of late 19th-century American gold coinage.

Struck during a transitional period for the Carson City Mint, this *MS-62* graded specimen showcases remarkable preservation for its era. With a total mintage of just 82,968 pieces, the 1892-CC Half Eagle is considered relatively accessible among Carson City gold issues, yet still commands significant collector interest. PCGS population data reveals only 86 total examples graded, with merely 40 in higher preservation states, underscoring the coin's numismatic significance.

The coin exhibits the quintessential Liberty Head design by Christian Gobrecht, featuring 90% gold composition typical of late 19th-century American coinage. Characteristic mint-related bagmarks are consistent with David Akers' scholarly observations about Carson City mint production techniques, which often resulted in coins with moderate surface imperfections due to transportation conditions. The reeded edge and precise *21.65mm* diameter exemplify the meticulous minting standards of the era.

Numismatic Highlights:

- Mint: Carson City (CC)

- Grade: PCGS MS-62

- Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

- Weight: 8.36 grams

- Certification: PCGS #45951953

*Provenance and Rarity:* Less than 20% of certified examples are in Mint State, making this specimen a desirable addition to any specialized collection of Western mint gold coinage or Carson City numismatic assemblage.