Morgan Silver Dollars signaled the return of silver dollar production at the U.S. Mint after a five-year stop that began when the Seated Liberty Dollar ended in 1873. By 1881, the San Francisco Mint joined the Carson City, Philadelphia, and New Orleans Mints in making the popular Morgan Dollar. Right now, you can buy certified 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollars at BGASC.

Highlights:

• Comes with a protective plastic slab!
• 4th release in the Morgan Dollar Series!
• Total mintage of 12,760,000 coins at the San Francisco Mint!
• Contains .7734 Troy oz of actual silver content.
• Face value of $1 (USD) fully backed by the United States government.
• Graded Mint State 65+ by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• Obverse showcases Lady Liberty.
• Reverse features the heraldic eagle.
• Bears an S mint mark from the San Francisco Mint.

All 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar Coins available here are certified MS65+ by PCGS. The plus grade means the coins exceed standard MS65 coins, featuring brilliant luster, strong strikes, and very few flaws. In 1881, San Francisco had the highest Morgan Dollar output of all the U.S. Mints, producing 12,760,000 coins.

Obverse

On the obverse of the 1881-S Morgan Dollar, Liberty appears in left-profile relief, wearing a laurel wreath and a coronet engraved with LIBERTY. Her portrait is surrounded by 13 stars, a tribute to the original 13 colonies.

Reverse

The reverse of the 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar features a heraldic eagle with wings fully spread. In its talons, the eagle holds arrows of strength and an olive branch of peace, capturing America’s readiness and peaceful spirit.

History

Morgans Liberty design was quickly appreciated for its strong symbolism and excellent craftsmanship. His vision of Liberty symbolized Americas growing pride and progress in the late 19th century, during a time of expanding influence and industrialization.

Ordering

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