1885-O Morgan Dollar MS-65 PCGS

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The year 1885 saw a significant production of silver dollars at the historic New Orleans Mint, which marked its coins with the distinctive 'O' mint mark. Among these, the 1885-O Morgan Dollar stands as a classic representative of America's late nineteenth-century coinage, minted from 90 percent silver with a precious metal weight of 0.7734 troy ounces. While over nine million of these coins were originally struck, finding an example that has survived in pristine condition is a captivating discovery for any numismatic enthusiast. This particular coin has been officially certified as Mint State 65 (MS-65), indicating a high level of preservation with minimal marks and a lustrous surface that remains as bright as the day it left the coin press. The obverse features the classic profile of Liberty, encircled by the date 1885 and the word 'LIBERTY' on her hairband. On the reverse, the American eagle holds an olive branch and arrows, surrounded by the inscriptions 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'ONE DOLLAR', and the national motto 'IN GOD WE TRUST'.