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1880-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 64+
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1880-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 64+
Combining Carson City prestige, Treasury Hoard provenance, and an enhanced certified grade, the 1880-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 64+ is a standout example from one of the most collected branches of the Morgan Dollar series. Struck at the historic Carson City Mint and preserved for decades within U.S. Treasury vaults, this silver dollar has been certified PCGS MS 64+, placing it among the finer surviving examples of this popular issue. The coveted "+" designation indicates superior eye appeal and surface quality for the grade, making it especially attractive to discerning collectors.
The 1880-CC issue was struck during the height of Nevada's silver mining boom, when silver from the legendary Comstock Lode flowed into the Carson City Mint for coinage. Although Carson City Morgan Dollars were produced for only a brief period compared to other U.S. Mint facilities, their connection to the American frontier and comparatively limited mintages have made them among the most desirable coins in the series. The famous "CC" mintmark remains one of the most recognized symbols in American numismatics.
Many surviving examples of the 1880-CC Morgan Dollar owe their preservation to the Treasury vaults where they remained untouched for decades. When the General Services Administration (GSA) released these coins to the public in the 1970s, collectors gained access to an extraordinary cache of Carson City silver dollars. Today, GSA-associated Morgan Dollars continue to command strong demand thanks to their documented provenance and historical significance.
Specifications:
- Graded as MS 64+ 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 "1880" 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 Own the 1880-CC GSA Morgan Dollar?
- Coveted Carson City "CC" mintmark
- Historic GSA Treasury Hoard provenance
- Strong collector demand and market recognition
- Connection to Nevada's Comstock Lode silver boom
- Excellent combination of rarity and eye appeal
- Popular date in the Carson City Morgan Dollar series
The 1880-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 GSA PCGS MS 64+ offers collectors an opportunity to own a premium-quality Carson City Morgan Dollar with documented Treasury Hoard pedigree. Its desirable plus grade, historic "CC" mintmark, and enduring popularity make it an exceptional addition to any Morgan Dollar collection and a tangible piece of America's silver-mining heritage.
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