coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $10 (Ten Dollars) \ Liberty Eagles \ 1879 \ Carson City
The Liberty Head Eagle, a ten-dollar gold coin, was first minted in 1838 and features the iconic Liberty Head design created by engraver James B. Longacre. The 1879 Carson City mint issue is particularly notable due to its limited mintage and the historical significance of the Carson City Mint, which operated from 1870 to 1893. This coin is composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, with a total weight of 16.718 grams and a diameter of 26 mm. Collectors highly value the 1879 Carson City Liberty Head Eagle for its numismatic rarity and connection to the American Gold Rush era.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1879-CC (Carson City) Liberty Head Eagles $10 | $10 (Ten Dollars) | Liberty Head Eagles $10 | 1879 | Carson City |