1879 (CC) Morgan Dollar

Strike Type

Coin Details

Year

1879

Denomination

Dollar

Mint Mark

Strike Type

Regular Strike

Series

Morgan Dollars 1878-1921

Designer

George T. Morgan

Mintage

756,000

Composition

90% Silver, 10% Copper

Weight

26.73g

Diameter

38.1mm

Edge

Reeded

Value Estimates

$576 - $28,111

Values as of May 2026, from published price guides and, in some cases, recorded auction sales. For most coins the range runs from a well-worn example (around G-4) to an uncirculated one, but individual coins can sell for more or less depending on grade, eye appeal and demand. Compare recent sales of similar coins for a closer estimate.

Auction Record

Price realized: $192,000
Sold: 15 January 2023
Grade: MS66+
Auction house: Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1879 (CC) Morgan Dollar was struck at the Carson City Mint as a dollar in the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series. The Carson City Mint struck 756,000 Morgan dollars in 1879. 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. Coined at the Carson City Mint in Nevada, which operated for just 23 years (1870–1893) and produced coins now prized for their scarcity and Western provenance. Estimated market value ranges from $576 to $28K 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 #7086.

External References

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Error Varieties(10)

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1879-CC VAM-6

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