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Uncover the storied past of the Morgan Dollar, the United States’ most cherished silver coin, minted from 1878 to 1921. Revered by collectors and investors alike, these coins embody the pinnacle of American coinage artistry from the Gilded Age. With their distinctive design by George T. Morgan, these silver dollars are a testament to the craftsmanship and industrial spirit of late 19th and early 20th century America.

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Our curated articles provide a wealth of knowledge, from historical anecdotes that bring the Morgan Dollar’s past to life, to expert advice on building a valuable collection. Discover articles that delve into the intricacies of America’s most popularly-collected classic silver coins, production stories, key date coins, and grading guides. Learn about toned coins, Prooflike and Deep Mirror Prooflike surfaces, and popular varieties. Whether you are a seasoned numismatist or new to the world of coin collecting, our resources are designed to deepen your understanding and appreciation of these iconic silver coins.

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Simulated image of acid being applied to a Morgan dollar to make a California Proof. Image: Adobe Stock / CoinWeek.

California Proof – A Dubious Type of Morgan Dollar

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(n.) Slang. Also known as a "California Special", a California Proof is a doctored Morgan silver dollar that has had its field polished and its devices...
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1885-CC Morgan Dollar. Image: Stack's Bowers / CoinWeek.

1885-CC Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes .....   November 6, 1885, was a black letter day for the Carson City Mint. On the...
1883-CC Morgan Dollar. Image: Heritage Auctions (visit www.ha.com).

1883-CC Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes ..... The Carson City Mint struck 1,204,000 Morgan dollars in 1883. The majority were held by...
1881-S Morgan Dollar. Image: Stack's Bowers / Adobe Stock.

1881-S Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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By Charles Morgan and Hubert Walker for CoinWeek Notes ..... The 1881-S Morgan dollar is a large silver coin struck at the San Francisco branch...
1897 Morgan Dollar. Image: Stack's Bowers / CoinWeek.

1897 Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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The Philadelphia Mint struck 2,822,000 Morgan dollars in 1897, the majority of which were produced in January, June, and December. With no immediate need...
1892-S Morgan Dollar. Image: Heritage Auctions / CoinWeek.

1892-S Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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The 1892-S Morgan dollar was one of a handful of dates in the series where most, if not all, of the coins entered circulation....
Red and black Paramount holders. The red holder contains an 1896 Morgan dollar from the Redfield Hoard graded MS-65. The coin on the left is a 1935 Peace graded MS-65+. Image: Heritage Auctions.

Paramount Holder – First Graded Slab for Silver Dollars

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(n.) A Paramount holder is a small plastic holder that encased silver dollars from the Redfield Hoard. The holders came in three configurations: red, blue, and...
1901-O Morgan Dollar. Image: David Lawrence Rare Coins.

One of the Finest 1901-O Morgan Dollars Offered by DLRC

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1878-CC Morgan dollar with attractive toning. Image: Stack's Bowers / CoinWeek.

1878-CC Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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1879-CC Morgan dollar graded NGC MS66. Image: Heritage Auctions (visit www.ha.com).

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While silver bullion was pouring out of the nearby Comstock mines, United States Mint leadership in Washington, D.C. was facing a cost problem with...
1886-O Morgan Dollar in PCGS MS67DMPL. Image: Stack's Bowers.

1886-O Morgan Dollar : A Collector’s Guide

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Even though the New Orleans Mint struck a whopping 10,710,000 silver dollars that year, the 1886-O Morgan dollar is not as easy to find...
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The Redfield Hoard of Morgan Silver Dollars

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The Redfield Hoard was a historic grouping of Morgan silver dollars, the pedigree of which can be found on Paramount holders. These coins carry...
1885 Morgan dollar graded CAC PR66CAM. Image: David Lawrence Rare Coins / CoinWeek.

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