1879 Morgan Dollar
Strike Type
Coin Details
Value Estimates
Values as of May 2026 — estimates reflect typical grades (G-4 through MS-63). Coins in lower or exceptional grades may fall outside this range.
Auction Record
$47,150 MS67 08-01-2006 Bowers & Merena
Description
A dollar from the Philadelphia Mint, the 1879 Morgan Dollar belongs to the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series. The U.S. Mint produced 14.8 million examples, making this the highest mintage among 6 variants, accounting for 40% of the year's production. The obverse features Liberty facing left wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with wheat and cotton, encircled by stars and the reverse displays an eagle with outstretched wings clutching an olive branch and arrows, surrounded by a wreath. The 1879-CC is scarce and sought after as an early Carson City issue. Philadelphia's mint — the nation's first — has produced coins without interruption since its founding in 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $87 to $741 depending on grade and condition. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #7084.
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