Diameter: 30.6 mm
Mintage: 54,617
Weight: 12.44 grams
Metal: 90% silver, 10% copper
Edge: Reeded
Designer: Christian Gobrecht
The first half dollar from the Carson City Mint, the 1870-CC is a scarce and highly sought first-year CC issue, rare in higher grades.
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