1886-O Morgan Dollar MS-62 PCGS
1886-O Morgan Dollar MS-62 PCGS
The 1886 Morgan silver dollar stands as a classic representative of America's late nineteenth-century coinage. Struck at the historic New Orleans Mint, this coin carries the distinctive "O" mint mark, signaling its origin in the American South. With a purity of 90 percent silver and containing 0.7734 troy ounces of precious metal, these heavy silver coins were a staple of daily commerce and Treasury vaults alike. This specific coin has been professionally graded as Mint State 62 (MS-62), indicating it has survived the decades with its original mint luster intact. The obverse features the iconic profile of Liberty wearing a crown inscribed with the word "LIBERTY", surrounded by the date 1886. The reverse displays the bald eagle holding an olive branch and arrows, accompanied by the national motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the denomination "ONE DOLLAR". Out of a original mintage of 10,710,000 pieces, finding an example from the New Orleans Mint that remains in uncirculated, Mint State condition offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. It serves as a tangible survivor of a bustling era in United States coin minting.
Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1886 |
| Mint mark | O - New Orleans |
| Grade | MS-62 (PCGS) |
| 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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