1888-S Morgan Dollar MS-65 PCGS

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The 1888 Morgan silver dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint represents a fascinating moment in late nineteenth-century American coining. With a mintage of 657,000 pieces, this issue is far scarcer than many of its contemporary Philadelphia counterparts, making well-preserved survivors especially notable to those who study the series. This particular specimen is certified in Mint State 65 (MS-65) condition, indicating a high level of preservation. At this grade, the coin retains its original luster and sharp details just as it looked when it left the coining press in San Francisco. The obverse features the year 1888 at the bottom, while the reverse bears the distinctive 'S' mint mark, denoting its origin at the Western mint. Struck from 90 percent silver, the coin contains 0.7734 troy ounces of precious metal. Exploring specimens of this caliber allows us to appreciate the precise craftsmanship of late 1800s minting technology and the enduring legacy of the Morgan dollar design.