1895 (S) 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
$114,563 MS66+ 10-15-2015 Legend Rare Coin Auctions
Description
The 1895 (S) Morgan Dollar is a dollar produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series. With a mintage of 400,000, this is an extremely rare issue — the lower-mintage of the two mint variants. 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. Known as the "King of Morgan Dollars" — the 1895 exists only in proof, with no business strikes confirmed. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, established during the California Gold Rush and now primarily producing proof and collector coins. Estimated market value ranges from $770 to $19K 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 #7238.
External References
Error Varieties(9)
1895-S Repunched Mintmark WRPM-001
1895-S VAM-1
1895-S VAM-1B
1895-S VAM-2
1895-S VAM-3
1895-S VAM-4
1895-S VAM-5
1895-S VAM-6
