1871-CC $5 Liberty Head Half Eagle PCGS VF25

Offered here is an 1871-CC Liberty Head Half Eagle (With Motto) $5, certified PCGS VF25—an evocative second-year Carson City gold issue that bridges numismatic significance with Old West history. Struck in limited quantities at the legendary Nevada mint, this scarce date is coveted across CC gold, Liberty Head, and gold type collections alike. In VF25, the coin retains clear major details with even, honest circulation wear—exactly the kind of circulated character many collectors prefer for frontier-era gold. Key highlights Date and mint: 1871-CC (Carson City), With Motto type Grade: PCGS VF25 (Very Fine 25), authenticated and accurately graded Desirability: Scarce CC gold from the early years of the Carson City Mint; tough to locate in solid mid-circulated condition Collector appeal: Essential for a Carson City gold set, Liberty Head Half Eagle set, or Western Americana/Old West themed collection Historical context: Issued during the Reconstruction era and the height of Western expansion; most survivors saw heavy circulation and many were later melted, enhancing rarity today Specifications Denomination: Half Eagle ($5) Liberty Head, With Motto (introduced 1866) Composition: 90% gold, 10% copper Actual Gold Weight (AGW): 0.2419 troy oz Designer: Christian Gobrecht Why this coin A genuine Carson City rarity with enduring demand among advanced and new collectors alike Strong value in a PCGS-certified, problem-free VF example, offering excellent eye appeal for the grade Historically resonant piece from one of the most iconic U.S. mints Secure this 1871-CC Half Eagle today—an authentic slice of Western history and a cornerstone coin for any serious U.S. gold collection.