The 1875-CC is the second most common Double Eagle from the Carson City Mint. It is also one of the two or three most common Double Eagles struck at this mint. A significant but small percentage of the original mintage probably never entered circulation as evidenced by higher numbers of high-grade pieces which exist today as compared to dates like the 1874-CC and 1876-CC.

The quality of strike found on examples of this date varies. While some coins are found with sharply detailed obverse stars, many coins show flatness on the radial lines. The hair of Liberty is usually rather soft although some pieces do show decent definition. The edges are somewhat rounded and have an almost beveled appearance. The reverse is generally sharp. 

1875-CC Double Eagle: Luster, Surfaces, and Coloration

The luster on 1875-CC Double Eagles is excellent. Many pieces have very heavily marked surfaces. There are numerous 1875-CC Double Eagles which are technically ‘Uncirculated,’ but which are given About Uncirculated grades by PCGS and NGC because these abrasions give the appearance of wear. Shiny, Prooflike pieces are scarce; while others have superb rich mint frost. The coloration ranges from intense yellow-gold to green-gold or even coppery orange. It is not uncommon to find examples which have mint-made copper spots on the surfaces. If these spots are not too severe, they do not affect the value of a coin.