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1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar $1 Reverse of 1878 Fine
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1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar $1 Reverse of 1878 Fine
An 1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar $1 Reverse of 1878 Fine, available at Bullion Exchanges, is an exciting variety from the early years of the Morgan Dollar series. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this coin contains .900% silver with a weight of 26.73 grams and a diameter of 38.1 mm. Graded in Fine (F) condition, this piece shows moderate wear from circulation but retains its overall detail and historical appeal.
The Morgan Dollar series, designed by George T. Morgan, began in 1878 following the Bland-Allison Act, which required the U.S. Treasury to strike large quantities of silver coins. The Reverse of 1878 variety is identified by the eagle’s flat breast and parallel top arrow feather, distinguishing it from the later “Reverse of 1879,” which features a rounded breast and a slanted feather. Because the San Francisco Mint struck coins with leftover 1878 hubs in 1879, this variety is a transitional rarity that collectors actively seek out. It represents an important moment in U.S. Mint history when design changes were being phased in, yet older dies remained in service. As a result, the 1879-S Reverse of 1878 offers both historic and numismatic value.
Coin Specifications:
- Made with .900 fine silver and weighs 0.7734 troy oz
- Struck by the United States Mint at San Francisco
- Fine condition
- Face value of $1 USD backed by the US government
- Obverse: Displays the left-facing portrait of Lady Liberty with the Liberty Cap surrounded by thirteen stars. Two heads of wheat and cotton blossoms decorate her cap, and the word “LIBERTY” can be seen on the brim. Inscriptions: “E PLURIBUS UNUM”, “LIBERTY”, and the year of mintage
- Reverse: Showcases the 1921 US Seal of a bald eagle carrying a bundle of arrows and an olive branch in its talons. A wreath mostly encircles the central eagle image. Inscriptions: “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA”, “IN GOD WE TRUST”, privy mark, and the denomination “ONE DOLLAR”.
The 1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar $1 Reverse of 1878 Fine stands out as a transitional variety that bridges two important design stages in the Morgan Dollar series. Its collectible appeal lies not only in its silver content but also in its status as a historic variety with unique characteristics. For both seasoned numismatists and new collectors, this coin represents a tangible piece of U.S. Minting history and an opportunity to own a fascinating variety from one of America’s most popular silver dollars
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