1900 Morgan Dollar

About This Coin

The 1900 Morgan Dollar is a United States dollar from the Morgan Dollars 1878-1921 series — a late issue, 23rd of 28 years in the series. In 1900, coins were struck at the Philadelphia, New Orleans, and San Francisco Mints with a combined mintage of 37.6 million. This ranks 22nd of 28 years by total mintage, above the series median of 28.3 million. 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. Produced during the Progressive Era, when President Theodore Roosevelt championed a renaissance in American coin design that produced some of the most beautiful coins ever struck. Struck in 90% silver, 10% copper, weighing 26.73 grams, 38.1 mm in diameter, with a reeded edge. Collectors have cataloged 264 known die varieties for this date across 2 categories, including doubled die reverse, vam variety. Produced 5 years after the celebrated 1895 key date. Across its variants, estimated values range from $87 to $4.7K depending on mint mark, grade, and strike type. A notable auction result reached $53K in MS67+ grade at Legend Rare Coin Auctions. Designed by George T. Morgan.