1881-S Morgan Dollar MS-64 NGC
Numismatic
1881-S Morgan Dollar MS-64 NGC
In 1881, the San Francisco Mint produced a classic silver dollar that remains a testament to late nineteenth-century coin design. This particular specimen is certified in Mint State 64, showcasing the crisp details of its original strike. Composed of 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper, the coin contains 0.7734 troy ounces of precious metal, with a physical diameter of 38.1 mm and a thickness of 3.1 mm. The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Lady Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with a wreath of cotton and wheat. A subtle letter M is located at the base of her neck, indicating the designer, George T. Morgan. The date 1881 is clearly visible beneath the portrait. On the reverse, a majestic heraldic eagle with spread wings clutches an olive branch and arrows, symbolizing both peace and readiness. The San Francisco mint mark, a small letter S, is positioned on this side, which also bears the national motto "In God we trust" and the denomination of one dollar.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1881 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| 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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