franklee

5 months ago

COINS

1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar PCGS MS64

Key Facts & Value

Key Fact

Historical significanceThe Morgan Dollar was minted from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921, symbolizing the prosperity of the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was a response to the demands of both collectors and the public for a silver coinage.

Artistic legacyDesigned by George T. Morgan, the coin features a depiction of Lady Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, showcasing the artistic skills of the era.

Mintage variationsThe San Francisco mint produced some of the lowest mintage coins in the series, making them particularly sought after by collectors.

Value Fact

The value of this 1881-S Morgan Dollar is primarily determined by its grade, rarity, and demand among collectors. High-grade examples like MS64 can fetch significant premiums, especially given the historical context and artistry involved in its design. Coins from the San Francisco mint are particularly prized.

The allure of this coin is heightened by its association with the American West and the silver mining boom, giving it a unique place in both numismatic and cultural history.

Item Details

Official Details

CategoryCoins

Brand-

Character-

Length-

Width-

Weight26.73g

PersonGeorge T. Morgan

Coins TypeSilver Dollar

Denomination$1

CurrencyUSD

Obverse DescriptionLady Liberty

Obverse CreatorGeorge T. Morgan

Reverse DescriptionEagle with shield

Reverse Creator-

Mint or Printing PressSan Francisco

Diameter38.1mm

Thickness-

Production TypeCoin

Edge TypeReeded

Mintage-

Coins Topic/ThemeHistorical

Country / EmpireUnited States

Start Year1881

End Year-

Coin Product NameMorgan Dollar

Mint MarkS

Obverse ObjectsStars, Liberty

Reverse ObjectsEagle, Shield

ShapeRound

MaterialSilver

Design Variation-

Design Variation Details-

Year Displayed-

Variation Details

Grading CompanyPCGS

GradeMS64

Coins Error-

AlignmentMedal

franklee Details

Certification Number7947238

Feed Your Passion.

Website

Discovery

Community

About Us

Collection Management

My collection

Add item

Favorites

Resources

Phone Number

Help Center

Access

Legal

Terms

Privacy

Collectibles.com is operated by Collectbase Inc., a Delaware corporation. Collectible valuations, price estimates, and AI-assisted identifications are provided for informational and reference purposes only and do not constitute professional appraisals, financial advice, or guarantees of market value. Trademarks, card images, and intellectual property belonging to third-party rights holders are displayed solely for identification, valuation reference, and collection management purposes; Collectbase Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any such rights holders. User-generated content reflects the views of individual community members and not those of Collectbase Inc. This platform may earn affiliate commissions on qualifying purchases made through third-party links. The platform is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, and Collectbase Inc. shall not be liable for any damages arising from use of this platform or reliance on its content. For full details governing your use of this platform and our privacy practices, see our Terms of Service and PrivacyPolicy.

This site and associated apps contain copyrighted material including card images, trademarks, and text belonging to The Pokémon Company International, Nintendo, GAME FREAK inc., Wizards of the Coast, Major League Baseball Properties, Inc., NBA Properties, Inc., NFL Properties LLC, NHL Enterprises, L.P., Topps, Panini America, Inc., Upper Deck, and all other respective rights holders. Such material is displayed solely for the purposes of identification, pricing reference, collection management, and to facilitate the buying, selling, and trading of physical collectibles by collectors. Collectbase Inc. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of the foregoing entities, and no challenge to their intellectual property rights or ownership is intended or implied.