coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 20¢ (Twenty Cents) \ Twenty Cents \ 1875 \ Carson City
The 1875 Twenty Cents coin from the United States, minted in Carson City, is a rare collectible piece representing a short-lived denomination produced from 1875 to 1878. The Twenty Cents coin was intended to serve as a bridge between the quarter and half dollar but saw limited circulation due to confusion with the existing quarter. The 1875 Carson City version features the iconic seated Liberty design on the obverse and a wreath with the denomination on the reverse. Due to its scarcity and historical significance, it holds considerable value among numismatists.
Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1875-CC (Carson City) Twenty Cents | 20¢ (Twenty Cents) | Twenty Cents | 1875 | Carson City |