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Morgan dollars were struck from 1878 through 1904 and then, following a hiatus of 17 years, struck once more in 1921. All told, the first generation of Morgan dollars -- those made from 1878 through 1904 -- are categorically common as a group, though several dates are downright rare even in well-circulated grades. Individuals who buy Morgan dollars as a type will tend to focus on purchasing more common dates, which are mostly dominated by representatives from the Philadelphia, San Francisco, and New Orleans Mints. Examples from Carson City are much scarcer as a group and, grade-for-grade, are considerably more expensive than most of the other, non-CC issues. PLs and DMPLs are highly popular and many are reasonably common.
Obverse Description
Portrait of Liberty centered. On the left are found 7 stars with the words E*PLURIBUS*UNUM followed by 6 stars on the right. The date is positioned at the bottom.
Reverse Description
The heraldic eagle is centered holding a bunch of arrows and branch surrounded by and olive leaves. The words UNITED STATES OF AMERICA * ONE DOLLAR frame the periphery. Mint mark, if any, appears above the letters DO of DOLLAR.
Book Reference
Designer: George T. Morgan. Weight: 26.73 grams. Composition: .900 silver, .100 copper (net weight .77344 oz. pure silver). Diameter: 38.1 mm. Edge: Reeded. Mints: Philadelphia, New Orleans, Carson City, Denver, San Francisco.
Key to Collecting: Abundant opportunities exist to obtain a single coin for a type. The 1881-S, which at once is the most common Morgan dollar in gem grade and also is one of the sharpest struck, is an obvious candidate. However, it might be fun to add a Carson City coin (such dates as 1882-CC, 1883-CC, and 1884-CC are inexpensive) or one or another of a variety of special interest.
Note: For Morgan-design dollars struck under the 1921 Silver Dollar Coin Anniversary Act, see the end of chapter 19.
Aspects of Striking and Appearance: Striking can vary widely. The best-struck pieces are those made at San Francisco. Check Liberty’s hair above her ear, and, on the reverse, the breast feathers of the eagle. The hair of Liberty might not be completely needlesharp, but it should be close. Once these two points are checked, examine lettering, denticles (usually decent), and other characteristics. Many coins were made from “tired” dies and show graininess or dull surfaces. Eye appeal can vary considerably from deeply rich and frosty to rather flat and insipid.
Proof Coins: Proofs were made of all years in the series. Quality can vary. Especially desired are certain pieces with frosty or “cameo” portraits and devices, often seen in the 1880’s and 1890’s. Many Proofs have been cleaned and thus have hairlines, others are rather dull in appearance. Take your time to select a truly nice one.
Catalog Information
GSID:
72404
Designer:
George T. Morgan
Obverse Designer:
George T. Morgan
Obverse Lettering:
E PLURIBUS UNUM, LIBERTY, [Date]
Reverse Designer:
George T. Morgan
Reverse Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, IN GOD WE TRUST, ONE DOLLAR
Fineness:
0.9
Weight (gr):
26.73 gr
Weight (oz):
0.8594 oz
Precious Metal Weight:
0.7734 oz
Strike Type:
Business
Diameter:
38.1
Coin Shape:
Round
Edge:
Reeded
Variety:
Pre-1921
Coin Date:
Morgan
Denomination:
$1
Designation:
MS
Mint Location:
Various
Mint Mark:
Various
Coinage Type:
Morgan silver dollar
Coinage Years:
1878-1921
Composition:
90% silver; 10% copper
PCGS #:
7068
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Morgan $1 Pre-1921 MS [Type]
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Morgan $1 Pre-1921 MS [Type]
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| Grade | CAC | CPG Value (Retail) | Greysheet Price (Wholesale) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS69 |
|
$96,000 | $1,234 |
| MS69 | - | $66,000 | $1,234 |
| MS68 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS68 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS67 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS66 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS65 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS64 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS63 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS62 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS61 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| MS60 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU58 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU55 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU53 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AU50 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF45 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| XF40 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF35 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF30 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF25 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VF20 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F15 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| F12 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG10 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| VG8 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G6 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| G4 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG3 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| AG2 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 |
|
$1,234 | $1,234 |
| P1 | - | $1,234 | $1,234 |
Morgan $1 Pre-1921 MS PL [Type]
![Morgan $1 Pre-1921 MS PL [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/90o-pl-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $50 – $7,800
Morgan $1 Pre-1921 MS DMPL [Type]
![Morgan $1 Pre-1921 MS DMPL [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ctc/catalog/84cc-dmpl-obv.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $75 – $42,000
Morgan $1 Carson City Mint MS [Type]
![Morgan $1 Carson City Mint MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/ProductImages/DLRC/416xxx/e90065e0-537f-4db8-b2b8-efacd6817cff.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $70 – $50,000
Morgan $1 Carson City Mint, GSA Hoard Hard package MS [Type]
![Morgan $1 Carson City Mint, GSA Hoard Hard package MS [Type]](https://images.greysheet.com/Ctc/CatalogEntry/ha_com_1314_4280-3.20200626010427369.jpg?MaxWidth=200&Mode=Pad&Scale=UpscaleCanvas&format=webp)
Worth: $270 – $5,400
1878 8TF $1 MS
Worth: $40 – $102,000
1878 8TF $1 MS PL
Worth: $200 – $4,400
1878 8TF $1 MS DMPL
Worth: $575 – $27,000
1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS
Worth: $41 – $3,200
1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS PL
Worth: $72 – $6,600
1878 7TF $1 Reverse of 1878 MS DMPL
Worth: $240 – $42,000
1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS
Worth: $45 – $26,400
1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS PL
Worth: $200 – $9,900
1878 7/8TF $1 Strong MS DMPL
Worth: $425 – $30,000
1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS
Worth: $41 – $3,200
1878 7/8TF $1 Weak MS PL
Worth: $165 – $4,200
1904-O Morgan Silver Dollar. MS-64+ (PCGS).
$34,233
1894 Morgan Silver Dollar. EF Details--Cleaned (PCGS).
$15
1896-S Morgan Silver Dollar. XF-40 (PCGS).
$60
2021 D Modern Dollar. MS-70 (NGC).
$975
1895-O Morgan Silver Dollar. XF-45 (PCGS).
$30
1881 $1 MS63 PCGS. CDN: $77.86 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS63. Mintage 9,163,975....
$129
1883-O $1 MS65 NGC. CDN: $149 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS65. Mintage 8,725,000. ...
$171
1890-S $1 Paramount MS62 NGC. Ex: Redfield Collection. CDN: $115.50 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS62. Mintage 8,230,373....
$232
1890-S $1 Paramount MS66 NGC. Ex: Redfield Collection. NGC Census: 99 in 66 (14 in 66+), 1 finer (1/26). CDN: $1,800 Whsle....
$1,891
1879-S $1 MS67 PCGS. CDN: $840 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS67. Mintage 9,110,000. ...
$946
1880-O $1 AU58 PCGS. CDN: $75 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU58. Mintage 5,305,000....
$139
1879-O $1 MS61 PCGS. CDN: $130 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS MS61. Mintage 2,887,000....
$171
1879-O $1 AU55 PCGS. CDN: $97.11 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU55. Mintage 2,887,000. ...
$114
1900-O/O/CC $1 VAM-8 Good 4 PCGS. A Top 100 Variety. PCGS Population: 5 in 4, 113 finer (1/26). CDN: $101.84 Whsle. Bid for...
$141
1903-S $1 VF30 NGC. CDN: $240 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF30. Mintage 1,241,000. ...
$306
1893 $1 -- Cleaned -- CACG Details. VF. Mintage 389,792. ...
$305
1893-O $1 AU53 PCGS. CDN: $1,300 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS AU53. Mintage 300,000. ...
$1,403
1894-S $1 -- Obverse Damaged -- CACG Details. UNC. Mintage 1,260,000....
$793
1903-S $1 VF35 PCGS. CDN: $330 Whsle. Bid for NGC/PCGS VF35. Mintage 1,241,000. ...
$378
1893 $1 -- Cleaned -- CACG Details. AU. Mintage 389,792. ...
$586
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