1887 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
$78,000 MS63 11-26-2024 Stack's Bowers
Description
Produced at the Philadelphia Mint, the 1887 Morgan Dollar is part of the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series. The U.S. Mint produced 20.3 million examples, making this ranked 4th of 5 mint variants by mintage, with 31% 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. The Philadelphia Mint, America's oldest coin-making facility, has struck coins continuously since 1792. Estimated market value ranges from $99 to $2.5K 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 #7172.
External References
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1887 Atypical Die Clash ADC-100c-1887-01 EMDS
1887 Atypical Die Clash ADC-100c-1887-01 LDS
1887 Doubled Die Obverse WDDO-001
1887 Repunched Date WRPD-001
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