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1878-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 62
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1878-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 62
As the first Carson City Morgan Dollar ever issued, the 1878-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 62 holds a special place in American numismatic history. Struck at the legendary Carson City Mint during the inaugural year of the Morgan Dollar series, this historic silver dollar combines Old West heritage, GSA Hoard provenance, and strong collector demand. Certified PCGS MS 62, the coin represents an attractive Mint State example of one of the most important issues in the entire Morgan Dollar collection.
The 1878-CC issue is particularly significant because it was the first Morgan Dollar struck at the Carson City Mint. Located in Nevada near the famed Comstock Lode, the Carson City Mint produced coins using silver from one of the richest mining regions in American history. Coins bearing the coveted "CC" mintmark are highly sought after for their connection to the American frontier and their generally lower mintages compared to other U.S. Mint facilities.
Adding to the coin's appeal is its association with the famous GSA Hoard. During the 1960s and 1970s, millions of uncirculated Morgan Dollars were discovered in U.S. Treasury vaults, including a substantial number of Carson City issues. The General Services Administration later sold these coins to the public, preserving their government-held provenance and creating one of the most celebrated chapters in numismatic history.
Specifications:
- Graded MS 62 by PCGS
- Made from .900 silver with a weight of 0.7734 troy oz
- Backed by the US Mint with a denomination of $1
- Comes from the Carson City (CC) Mint
- Comes in a GSA holder
- Obverse: Features Lady Liberty facing left, wearing a Phrygian cap with the word "LIBERTY" inscribed. The year "1878" is displayed below Liberty, while thirteen stars represent the original colonies along the edge.
- Reverse: Showcases an eagle with outstretched wings, holding arrows, and an olive branch. The eagle is surrounded by a wreath, and the inscriptions "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "ONE DOLLAR" are present.
Why Collect Carson City Morgan Dollars?
- Closely tied to the Old West and silver mining era
- Lower mintages than many other Morgan Dollars
- Highly sought after by collectors
- Historic Treasury Hoard pedigree
- Among the most desirable U.S. silver dollars ever struck
The 1878-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 62 offers collectors the opportunity to own the very first Carson City Morgan Dollar, enhanced by documented GSA Hoard provenance and Mint State preservation. Its historical importance, iconic "CC" mintmark, and enduring collector appeal make it an essential addition to any serious Morgan Dollar collection.
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