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Summer Art & Design Auction

Sun, Aug 4, 2024 10:00AM EDT
Lot 1254

Lot of 10 Morgan Dollars 1878, 1878-S, 1880, 1883-O, 1898, 1900, 1921, 1921-O

Estimate: $300 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$500,000 $50,000

Includes 10 Morgan Silver Dollars, offering a rich variety of dates and mint marks that span the entire production run of this iconic American coin series. Designed by George T. Morgan, these coins represent key moments in U.S. numismatic history.

The lot includes coins from the following years and mints:

  • 1878 (Philadelphia) - First year of issue
  • 1878-S (San Francisco) - First year from San Francisco mint
  • 1880 (Philadelphia)
  • 1883-O (New Orleans)
  • 1898 (Philadelphia)
  • 1900 (Philadelphia)
  • 1921 (Philadelphia) - Final year of issue
  • 1921-O (New Orleans) - Final year from New Orleans mint

Key details:

  • Denomination: One Dollar
  • Quantity: 10 coins
  • Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
  • Designer: George T. Morgan
  • Total silver weight: Approximately 7.73 troy ounces (based on 0.7734 oz of silver per coin)

This diverse selection offers collectors a unique opportunity to acquire Morgan Dollars from significant years, including:

  • First year of issue (1878)
  • First year from the San Francisco mint (1878-S)
  • Turn of the century issue (1900)
  • Final year of production (1921)
  • Final year from the New Orleans mint (1921-O)

The Morgan Dollar features Lady Liberty's profile on the obverse and an eagle with spread wings on the reverse, embodying classic American coin design.

Note: The exact distribution of dates within the lot is not specified. Condition may vary among individual coins. Interested bidders are encouraged to inspect the lot in person or request additional information on the specific condition and quantity of each date. Some coins may exhibit signs of circulation or toning typical of their age.


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