Morgan Silver Dollar

United States · 1921

A classic United States silver dollar featuring a left-facing profile of Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse, with a noticeable gold/tarnished patina.

Country: United States
Year: 1921
Denomination: One Dollar ($1)
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

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Overview

A classic United States silver dollar featuring a left-facing profile of Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse, with a noticeable gold/tarnished patina.

Historical significance

The Morgan dollar was minted from 1878 to 1904, and once more in 1921. The 1921 issue represents the final year of production for the series, using newly created dies since the original 19th-century hubs had been destroyed.

Obverse (front)

Profile of Lady Liberty facing left, wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with cotton and wheat, inscribed with 'LIBERTY'. The motto 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' arches across the top, thirteen stars line the border, and the year '1921' is at the bottom.

Reverse (back)

An American bald eagle with wings outstretched, clutching arrows and an olive branch in its talons, framed by a laurel wreath. The legend 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' arches above, with 'IN GOD WE TRUST' centered above the eagle's head, and 'ONE DOLLAR' at the base.

Estimated value

$35-$50 in circulated condition, $60-$150+ in Mint State depending on the specific grade.

What drives this coin's value

Overall grade/condition, presence of original mint luster, attractive toning, and specific mint marks (Philadelphia, Denver, or San Francisco).

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS), showing light high-point wear and pleasing original golden toning.

Mintage & rarity

21,695,000 minted at San Francisco in 1921; common date in circulated grades.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check weight (26.73g) and diameter (38.1mm). Verify non-magnetic properties. Watch out for modern Chinese counterfeit issues which may be made of base metals or wrong alloy.

Notable varieties & errors

Various repunched mint marks (RPM) and die break errors exist for the 1921-S issue.

Similar coins

Peace Silver Dollar (minted 1921-1935), which replaced the Morgan dollar later in 1921.

Care & preservation

Handle only by the edges using clean cotton gloves. Never clean, wash, or wipe the coin, as cleaning destroys numismatic value and leaves hair-line scratches. Store in a stable, low-humidity environment using PVC-free coin holders.