1886 (O) 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
$235,000 MS65+ 06-25-2015 Legend Rare Coin Auctions
Description
A dollar from the New Orleans Mint, the 1886 (O) Morgan Dollar belongs to the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series. The U.S. Mint produced 10.7 million examples, making this ranked 2nd of 3 mint variants by mintage, with 34% of 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. Struck during the Gilded Age of rapid industrialization and the great silver debates, when monetary policy shaped elections and economic destiny. New Orleans's branch mint, active from 1838 through 1909, produced coins that carry a distinct historical significance tied to the antebellum and postbellum South. Estimated market value ranges from $87 to $188K 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 #7168.
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Error Varieties(49)
1886-O VAM-1
1886-O VAM-1A
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