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Carson City Silver Dollars

Posted on September 15th, 2024 by Joe G

As coin buyers in Chicago, we are continually looking to purchase old United States coins of all denominations, whether they are gold, silver, copper, or nickel. If you’re thinking of selling Silver Dollars, we are always buying them.

We are particularly interested in the Carson City silver dollars minted between 1878 and 1893, sometimes including the 1900 O/CC. The survival rate is very low from the original numbers minted, and some Carson City mintage dates are rarer than others.

Most Valuable Carson City Silver Dollars

The Carson City silver dollars were minted between 1878 to 1893. The 1889 CC is considered the most valuable Carson City dollar. The rarer dates include:

  • 1878 CC
  • 1879 CC
  • 1880 CC
  • 1881 CC
  • 1885 CC
  • 1889 CC
  • 1890 CC
  • 1891 CC
  • 1892 CC
  • 1893 CC

How to Identify Carson City Silver Dollars

To tell if you have a Carson City silver dollar, check the reverse side (the eagle side) of the coin. Look between the words ‘One Dollar’ near the bottom. If you see the letters ‘CC,’ you have a Carson City dollar.

Contact Chicago Gold Gallery to Learn More

If you discover you own a Carson City dollar, bring it to the best coin buyer in Chicago at Chicago Gold Gallery. Our experienced buyer will give you a free in-person evaluation and make a cash offer to buy your coin and collection on the spot! We also purchase other coins. Call and come in today. There’s always easy, safe parking right in front of our store.

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