CAC. Capped Die. A Gem for the grade with strong detail, no heavy marks, and lustrous original silver-gray surfaces.

A ‘perfect CC’ example with light gray surfaces and noticeable underlying luster.

Capped Die. Well struck with crisp white luster and no obvious sign of rub. Very nearly mint state!

Perfect CC. A beautiful example of this rare date with fully reflective proof-like surfaces and frosted devices, creating bold cameo contrast. Choice smooth surfaces are outstanding for the grade and there are fewer marks than typically seen, none being heavy or distracting from this coins excellent eye appeal.

Perfect CC. Frosty white luster and a sharp strike with just a touch of ‘rub’.

Rich frosty luster with a thin ring of gold at the rim. Outstanding for the grade with minimal abrasions.

Reverse of 1878. Sharply struck with flashy mostly white luster and splashes of champagne-gold color primarily along the peripheral areas. The design elements are frosted and the eye appeal is outstanding!

Blazing white luster with frosted devices and semi proof-like fields, creating a beautiful ‘cameo’.

Blast white and a sharp strike.