coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ $20 (Twenty Dollars) \ $20 Liberty Gold Type 3 \ 1877 \ Carson City
The $20 Liberty Gold Type 3 coin, minted in 1877 at the Carson City Mint, is part of the Liberty Head series, which features a depiction of Lady Liberty. These coins are composed of 90% gold and 10% copper, weighing 33.44 grams (1.075 troy ounces) and measuring 34 mm in diameter. The Type 3 designation is characterized by its modified design with a more pronounced and refined appearance of Liberty, and the Carson City mintmark (CC) indicates its production location, making it particularly sought after by collectors. This coin is notable for its historical significance and its role in the gold standard during the period.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1877-CC $20 | $20 (Twenty Dollars) | $20 Liberty Gold Type 3 | 1877 | Carson City |