1888 Silver Morgan Dollar NGC MS65 Green Label
Green Label
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Why order this Silver 1888 Morgan Dollar?Morgan Silver Dollars have become a treasured part of Americana that is unparalleled by any other coin. First issued in the decade following the Civil War, the coins bore powerful symbols of unity and a national identity. This piece comes from the tenth anniversary issue of the series, and it was struck at the Philadelphia Mint in the city where the nation began.
Patriotic Eagle Design by George T. MorganObverse: George T. Morgan's obverse design depicts Liberty in left-side profile. On her head are a Phrygian cap, a ribbon that bears an inscription of her name, and a crown of cotton, a Southern crop, and wheat, a Northern one. Inscriptions along the rim include a statutory motto, "E PLURIBUS UNUM," and the date, "1887." Those inscriptions are joined by thirteen stars. Reverse: Morgan's reverse design depicts an eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch within an open wreath. The national motto, "IN GOD WE TRUST," is inscribed above the bird's head. Inscribed along the rim are the name of the issuing country, "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA," and the face value of the coin, "ONE DOLLAR." Beautifully Preserved MS65 with Green LabelThis coin received a Mint State 65 grade from the experts at Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC). That grade indicates that the coin was struck well. This coin was also awarded NGC's Green Label which is only awarded to coins that in addition to NGC's own certification process, were first selected by experts at Rare Coin Company of America (RARCOA) for possessing elements pertaining to its strike, eye-appeal, luster, and toning. This additional review ensures only coins of exceptional quality are awarded the Green Label. To learn more about the NGC Green Label and to view the entire assortment, click Here! Add this 1888 Silver Morgan Dollar to your collection today. |
This 1888 Silver Morgan Dollar NGC MS65 Green Label is proudly minted by the U.S. Mint. The United States Mint was founded in 1792 and manufactures circulating, collectible, and bullion coinage.
| Year of Issue: | 1888 |
| Mint: | U.S. Mint |
| Branch: | Philadelphia |
| Grading Service: | NGC |
| Grade: | MS65 |
| Label/Signature: | Green Label |
| Composition: | Silver |
| Purity: | 0.9 |
| Weight in Grams: | 26.73 g |
| Weight in Ounces: | 0.8594 oz |
| Diameter: | 38.1 mm |
| Thickness: | 2.4 mm |
| Edge Type: | Reeded |
| Country: | United States |
| Legal Tender: | United States |
| Currency: | Dollar |
| Denomination: | 1 |
| Mintage: | 19183000 |
| Obverse Design: | Liberty facing left flanked by stars |
| Reverse Design: | Eagle clasping arrows and olive branch within half wreath |
| Reverse Designer/Engraver: | George T. Morgan |
| Obverse Designer/Engraver: | George T. Morgan |
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