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1879-O Morgan Dollar MS-64 NGC

1879-O Morgan Dollar MS-64 NGC

1879-O Morgan Dollar MS-64 NGC


0.7734 troy oz .900 1879 MS-64 (NGC)

The 1879-O Morgan Silver Dollar stands as a captivating artifact from the late nineteenth century, struck at the historic New Orleans Mint. Containing 0.7734 troy ounces of silver with a purity of 0.900, this coin is a testament to the era's coinage. This specific piece has been certified in Mint State 64 (MS-64) condition, preserving its intricate details and original luster for modern observers to appreciate. On the obverse, the profile of Liberty faces left, adorned with a Phrygian cap that features the word 'Liberty' inscribed upon her hair band. This side is framed by the Latin motto 'E Pluribus Unum', the 1879 year of issue, and thirteen stars representing the original colonies. The reverse presents a powerful bald eagle clutching both an olive branch of peace and a bundle of arrows. Surrounding the national bird are the inscriptions 'United States of America', the denomination 'One Dollar', and the motto 'In God We Trust'.

Specifications

Country United States
Year 1879
Mint mark O - New Orleans
Grade MS-64 (NGC)
Legal-tender face value 1 Dollar
Metal Silver
Weight 0.7734 troy oz
Purity .900
Diameter 38.1 mm
Thickness 3.1 mm

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