1900-O over CC Silver Dollar
BillJones
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Most collectors are familiar with overdate coins, but there are also some over mint mark varieties too. One of my favorites is the 1900-O over CC silver dollar.
In 1893 the Carson City mint was abruptly closed when it was discovered that the mint officials there were guilty of malfeasance. At least five reverse dies were left over with the “CC” mint mark on them. In 1900 mint officials salvaged these dies by super imposing an “O” mint mark over the “CC.” The resulting coins, which are now known as VAM numbers 7 through 12, are quite popular with collectors. Here is a picture of a VAM-12 with a close-up of the mint mark.
These coins are not rare. In fact any collector who can afford the price can count on obtaining one, but they are popular.
In 1893 the Carson City mint was abruptly closed when it was discovered that the mint officials there were guilty of malfeasance. At least five reverse dies were left over with the “CC” mint mark on them. In 1900 mint officials salvaged these dies by super imposing an “O” mint mark over the “CC.” The resulting coins, which are now known as VAM numbers 7 through 12, are quite popular with collectors. Here is a picture of a VAM-12 with a close-up of the mint mark.
These coins are not rare. In fact any collector who can afford the price can count on obtaining one, but they are popular.
Retired dealer and avid collector of U.S. type coins, 19th century presidential campaign medalets and selected medals. In recent years I have been working on a set of British coins - at least one coin from each king or queen who issued pieces that are collectible. I am also collecting at least one coin for each Roman emperor from Julius Caesar to ... ?
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I have a Vam10 in 63. At first I thought I lucked up on the 9, at regular price, but, alas.
I would like to have an example of each (less 8A), but it is a pricey coin (for me) to have five or so examples of. But, I am a variety enthusiast.