1879 Morgan Dollar

About This Coin

The 1879 Morgan Dollar is a United States dollar from the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series — the second year of the series. In 1879, coins were struck at the San Francisco, Carson City, Philadelphia, and New Orleans Mints with a combined mintage of 37.4 million. This ranks 22nd of 28 years by total mintage, above the series median of 28.0 million. 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. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 457 known die varieties for this date across 3 categories, including repunched date, repunched mint mark, vam variety. Across its variants, estimated values range from $87 to $28K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $192K in MS66+ grade at Heritage Auctions. Designed by George T. Morgan.