1888-S Morgan Dollar VF
Numismatic
1888-S Morgan Dollar VF
The 1888 Morgan Dollar struck at the San Francisco Mint represents a fascinating chapter in late nineteenth-century American coinage. This particular issue is notable for its relatively low mintage, with only 657,000 of these silver dollars ever produced. Composed of 90 percent silver, each coin contains 0.7734 troy ounces of precious metal. The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, which is inscribed with the word "LIBERTY". Encircling this central figure are thirteen stars, the year of issue 1888, and the classic Latin motto "E Pluribus Unum". On the reverse, a bald eagle is depicted holding both an olive branch and a bundle of arrows, symbolizing a desire for peace alongside a readiness for defense. The reverse inscriptions include "United States of America", "One Dollar", and the motto "In God We Trust". This coin survives in Very Fine condition, showing honest wear that highlights its journey through time.
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Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Year | 1888 |
| Mint mark | S - San Francisco |
| Grade | Very Fine |
| 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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