1876-CC $20 Liberty Head Double Eagle PCGS MS62

Struck at the legendary Carson City Mint, this 1876-CC $20 Liberty Head Double Eagle is a premier example of Western Gold Rush-era coinage and one of the most sought-after issues in the entire Liberty Head Double Eagle series. Featuring the iconic Coronet Liberty design by James B. Longacre, the Carson City “CC” mintmark adds an unmistakable aura of frontier history and scarce mint production that continues to captivate collectors worldwide. Certified PCGS MS62 (Cert #58468461), this coin offers an excellent balance of true rarity, collector desirability, and strong visual presence. In Mint State, the bold $20 denomination showcases impressive detail across Liberty’s portrait and the heraldic eagle reverse, delivering the kind of substantial, historic gold coin experience that appeals to both seasoned numismatists and new entrants to the hobby. Highlights and collector appeal: Date and mint: 1876-CC, Carson City Mint, a key Old West mint with enduring collector demand Denomination and type: $20 Liberty Head Double Eagle, the classic large-format U.S. gold coin of the 19th century Grade: PCGS MS62, an attractive Mint State example with strong collector liquidity Historic significance: issued during the post–Civil War expansion of the American West, with the famous “CC” mintmark tying directly to Nevada’s silver-and-gold era Eye appeal: warm golden color with lively luster typical of well-preserved Mint State gold Whether you are building a Carson City mintmark set, pursuing Liberty Head Double Eagles by date and mint, or looking for a historically important U.S. gold coin with immediate recognition, the 1876-CC Double Eagle stands as a cornerstone acquisition with lasting numismatic prestige.