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Obverse of 1875 CC Trade Dollar

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1875 CC Trade Dollar

$885 – $278,675

The 1875 CC Trade Dollar was minted at the Carson City Mint with a mintage of 79,287. Values range from $885 in lower grades to $278,675 in top condition. This is a key date, making it especially sought-after by collectors.

1875 | CC | Mintage: 79,287
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CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade

CoinValueDB Price Guide by Grade
GradeValue
Good (G-4)
$885
Very Good (VG-8)
$1,275
Fine (F-12)
$1,575
Very Fine (VF-20)
$2,050
Extremely Fine (EF-40)
$2,800
About Uncirculated (AU-50)
$3,950
Choice AU (AU-55)
$1,449
Near Mint (AU-58)
$2,850
Mint State (MS-60)
$6,025
Mint State (MS-61)
$4,175
Choice (MS-63)
$11,400
Gem (MS-65) Best Value
$44,575
Superb Gem+ (MS-67)
$278,675
Under $100 $100 - $1,000 Over $1,000

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Coin Specifications

Year
1875
Mint
CC
Mintage
79,287
Composition
90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight
27.22
Diameter
38.1
Edge
Reeded
Designer
William Barber and Engravers
Series
Trade Dollar (1873-1885)
PCGS #
5508

Historical Notes

Trade Dollar - issued for circulation in China

About the Trade Dollar

Congress authorized the Trade Dollar in 1873 to compete with other silver coins in the Asian market. The coin contains 420 grains of silver, which makes it slightly heavier than the standard Seated Liberty dollar. William Barber designed the obverse, which shows Liberty seated on a bale of cotton, and the reverse, which features a perched eagle. He won the design commission after a competitive selection process at the Philadelphia Mint. Production of the Trade Dollar ended for circulation in 1878. The United States stopped the coin because its value in silver bullion dropped below its face value, which led to widespread melting. Collectors often find these coins with chopmarks, which are small stamps applied by Asian merchants to verify the silver content. The Mint produced proof-only issues from 1879 until the series concluded in 1885.

Collecting Trade Dollar Coins

Focus your collection on the 1877-S and 1878-S issues, as these are the most common dates and offer the best entry point for new collectors. Inspect your coins for artificial toning or cleaning, as these flaws drastically reduce value. Counterfeit Trade Dollars are common because of the coin's high silver weight, so buy only coins certified by major grading services like PCGS or NGC. Avoid coins with heavy chopmarks unless you specifically enjoy the historical connection to international trade.

This series includes key dates — check individual coin pages for rarity details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 1875 CC Trade Dollar worth? +
A 1875 CC Trade Dollar is worth between $885 and $278,675 depending on condition. Coins in higher grades (MS-65 and above) command significant premiums.
How many 1875 Trade Dollar coins were made? +
The Carson City Mint produced 79,287 1875 Trade Dollar coins. Lower mintage numbers generally correlate with higher collector value.
Is the 1875 CC Trade Dollar a key date? +
Yes, the 1875 CC Trade Dollar is considered a key date in the Trade Dollar series. Key dates are coins with low mintage, high collector demand, or both, making them among the most valuable in the series.
Is the 1875-CC Trade Dollar rare? +
Yes, the 1875-CC is a key date in the Trade Dollar series. With only 79,287 coins produced, it is much harder to find than common dates like the 1876-S or 1877-S.
How much is an 1875-CC Trade Dollar worth? +
Values vary based on condition, but even a worn 1875-CC Trade Dollar typically sells for over $500. Specimens in high-grade, uncirculated condition sell for thousands of dollars at auction.

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