Coin Identifier
Morgan Silver Dollar — obverse
Obverse
Morgan Silver Dollar — reverse
Reverse
One Dollar ($1 USD)

Morgan Silver Dollar

United States of America · 1901

A classic American silver dollar featuring Liberty on the obverse and a bald eagle on the reverse.

Country
United States of America
Year
1901
Denomination
One Dollar ($1 USD)
Metal
90% Silver, 10% Copper (.77344 oz Pure Silver)

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Overview

A classic American silver dollar featuring Liberty on the obverse and a bald eagle on the reverse.

Historical significance

Designed by George T. Morgan, this series was minted as a result of the Bland-Allison Act and the Sherman Silver Purchase Act, representing a significant era of American westward expansion and the 'Silver vs. Gold' political debates.

Obverse (front)

Profile of Lady Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap with 'LIBERTY' on the band, cotton and wheat in her hair. Legend: 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' and date '1901'.

Reverse (back)

An eagle with wings spread, holding an olive branch and arrows. Surrounded by a wreath. Legend: 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA', 'IN GOD WE TRUST', and 'ONE DOLLAR'.

Estimated value

$30-$50 in Fine; $200-$600 in Mint State (if a 1901 Philadelphia); Note: 1901 Philadelphia is a major key date in high grades.

What drives this coin's value

The 1901-P is a 'condition rarity.' While millions were made, most circulated heavily. In high grades (MS63+), it becomes worth tens of thousands.

Grade assessment

Fine (Significant wear visible on Liberty's hair and the eagle's breast feathers, but main details are clear).

Mintage & rarity

6,962,000 (Philadelphia). Common in circulated grades, but exceptionally rare in high uncirculated grades.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Weight should be exactly 26.73g; use a magnet test (silver is non-magnetic). Many counterfeits exist from overseas.

Notable varieties & errors

Major die varieties include 'VAM' shifts; check for Doubled Die Obverses.

Similar coins

Peace Silver Dollar (1921-1935), which replaced the Morgan Dollar.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges only. Do not clean or polish, as this destroys numismatic value. Store in PVC-free holders.