Morgan Silver Dollar
Country of Origin: United States of America
Year of Issue: 1821 (Note: This is an 1821-dated fantasy/counterfeit. Authentic Morgan Dollars were produced 1878-1904, and 1921. There is no such thing as an authentic 1821 Morgan Dollar.)
Denomination: One Dollar ($1)
Composition: Likely silver-plated base metal or low-grade silver alloy (Authentic Morgans are 90% Silver, 10% Copper)
Brief Description
A large silver-colored coin featuring a profile of Liberty on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse.
Historical Significance
The Morgan dollar was minted from 1878 to 1904, and again in 1921. It represents the height of American silver mining in the late 19th century. However, this specific coin is a 'fantasy' strike or counterfeit because the Morgan design did not exist in 1821.
Estimated Value
$0-$5 (As a novelty/counterfeit item)
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges; do not clean. Store in a PVC-free flip. Note that this item is numismatically fraudulent.
Mint Mark
Not clearly legible; authentic 1921 dollars may have D, S, or no mark (Philadelphia).
Mintage & Rarity
Non-existent/Counterfeit. Authentic 1921 dollars are the most common in the series.
Weight & Diameter
Authentic: 26.73g, 38.1mm. Counterfeits often vary significantly.
Edge
Reeded
Apparent Grade
Appears to be in a 'Mint State' or 'About Uncirculated' condition, but as a counterfeit, grading is not standard.
Obverse (Front)
Left-facing profile of Liberty wearing a cap with 'LIBERTY' on the band, surrounded by 13 stars and the date '1821'. Design by George T. Morgan.
Reverse (Back)
An eagle with outstretched wings clutching an olive branch and arrows, surrounded by a wreath and the legends 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'ONE DOLLAR'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
The primary value factor here is the impossibility of the date. An 1821 Morgan dollar is a known type of Chinese-made counterfeit.
Similar Coins
Often confused with the Peace Dollar (1921-1935) or the 1921 Morgan Dollar.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check the date: Morgan dollars were first minted in 1878. Any Morgan dollar dated between 1822 and 1877 is fake. Check weight with a digital scale and use a magnet (silver is non-magnetic).
Notable Varieties & Errors
None; this is a fantasy date.
Created At: 2026-05-01T23:47:31.899595