The 1886 Morgan Silver Dollar is a popular coin among collectors due to its availability, silver content, and historical significance.
The 1886 Morgan Dollar is part of the Morgan Silver Dollar series (1878–1921), designed by George T. Morgan.
Obverse (Front): Features Lady Liberty, modeled after Anna Willess Williams, with a Phrygian cap and a crown of cotton and wheat, symbolizing unity.
Obverse (Front): Features Adolph A. Weinman’s classic “Walking Liberty” design, originally from the 1916–1947 half dollar.
Reverse (Back): Shows an eagle with outstretched wings, holding arrows and an olive branch, encircled by “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “ONE DOLLAR.”
1886-O Strike Weakness: Many New Orleans-minted coins have weak strikes, reducing their value in high grades.
VAM Varieties: Some die variations (VAMs) exist, including repunched mint marks and doubled dies.
High-grade MS65+ coins are rare and valuable, especially for New Orleans (O) and San Francisco (S) issues.
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