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1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar Coin (BU)

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Product Description

Designed by George T. Morgan, the Morgan Silver Dollar was introduced by the United States Mint in 1878 and continued to be produced every year until 1904, with a final strike in 1921. This coin has a rich history, circulating through various important periods in America, such as the Reconstruction Era, the Gilded Age, and the Roaring Twenties. Currently, 1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar Coins are available from BGASC.

Highlights:

  • Arrives in a protective plastic flip!
  • 1st year of issue for Morgan Dollars!
  • Mintage of 9,774,000 coins at the San Francisco Mint!
  • Contains .7734 Troy oz of actual silver content in BU condition.
  • Bears a face value of $1 (USD) backed by the federal government.
  • The obverse features Lady Liberty.
  • On the reverse is a depiction of the heraldic eagle.
  • S mint mark from the San Francisco Mint.

Each 1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar Coin comes to you sealed in a protective plastic flip. If you purchase multiple coins, they will be delivered in sets of 20. All coins offered in this product listing are in Brilliant Uncirculated condition.

Obverse

On the obverse of the 1878-S Morgan Dollar, youll find a depiction of Lady Liberty in left-profile relief. Morgan is said to have used Anna Willes Williams as the inspiration for this iconic portrait. Liberty is shown wearing a Phrygian cap and a laurel wreath, with a coronet crown on her head, surrounded by a ring of 13 stars.

Reverse

On the reverse side of the 1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar is the heraldic eagle. Morgans rendition of the eagle does not feature a U.S. national shield but shows the American bald eagle in a front-facing position with its wings spread. The eagles talons hold arrows representing war in one and an olive branch symbolizing peace in the other.

History

The 1878 release of the Morgan Silver Dollar was significant as it marked the start of this iconic series. This followed the discontinuation of the Seated Liberty Dollar in 1873, ending free silver coining in the U.S. After a five-year pause, the Morgan Silver Dollar was introduced, featuring the artwork of George T. Morgan, who was appointed as Assistant Engraver at the U.S. Mint in the same year.

Ordering

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Specifications

Year 1878
Mint Mark S - San Francisco
Metals Purity 0.9
Producer US Mint
Thickness 3.1 mm
Diameter 38.1 mm
Inner Pack 20
Condition Brilliant Uncirculated
Denomination $1
Country United States
Designer (Obverse) George T. Morgan
Designer (Reverse) George T. Morgan
Edge Style Reeded
Product Series Morgan Dollar
Certificate of Authenticity No
Mintage 9,774,000
Packaging Plastic Flip
Metal Content .7734 Troy Ounce
Shipping Orders over $199 Ship Free

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