USA 1 dollar Morgan Dollar 1891
USA, San Francisco
Rarity
Common
Attributes of Coins
| Region | USA |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 1 dollar |
| Krause number | KM# 110 |
| Mintage | 5,296,000 |
| Metal | Silver 0.900 |
| thickness | 2.9 mm |
| diameter | 38.1 mm |
| weight | 26.73 g |
Obverse:
Liberty
People
Creators:
George Thomas Morgan
E PLURIBUS UNUM
LIBERTY
Reverse:
Bird
Coat of arms
Description:
Eagle
Creators:
George Thomas Morgan
IN GOD WE TRUST
ONE DOLLAR
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction of Coins
The San Francisco Mint struck nearly 5.3 million Morgan dollars in 1891. Many remained in government vaults until they were released prior to 1960. Many of those coins released decades after they were struck were uncirculated, but were on the low end of the spectrum due to excessive bag marks. The most commonly seen mint state grade seen today is MS63. However, the coin is relatively available in choice as well. It becomes much harder to find in gem.Read More
