{"product_id":"1878-7-8-tf-morgan-silver-dollar-vam-38-7-5-tf-ngc-ms64","title":"1878 7\/8 TF Morgan Silver Dollar VAM-38 7\/5 TF ~ NGC MS64","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1878 7\/8 Tail Feathers Morgan Silver Dollar VAM-38 “7\/5” – NGC MS64\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a fascinating early Morgan Dollar variety to your collection with this \u003cstrong\u003e1878 7\/8 Tail Feathers Morgan Silver Dollar VAM-38 “7\/5,” certified NGC MS64\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-38\u003c\/strong\u003e is a recognized die variety within the 1878 7\/8 Tail Feathers “Strong” variety and is cataloged by both NGC and PCGS as \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-38, 7\/5TF\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e7\/8 Tail Feathers\u003c\/strong\u003e variety was created during the transition from the original eight-tail-feather reverse to the seven-tail-feather design. Some dies were reworked rather than completely replaced, leaving remnants of the original design visible on the finished coins. This fascinating transition produced numerous collectible Morgan Dollar varieties. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-38 “7\/5”\u003c\/strong\u003e designation refers to the distinctive overdate-style characteristics in the tail feathers, where remnants of the earlier design can be seen beneath the final seven-feather configuration. This variety is especially appealing to collectors who enjoy the history and die-making intricacies behind early Morgan Dollars. PCGS specifically catalogs VAM-38 as \u003cstrong\u003e“Strong, VAM 38, 7\/5.”\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraded \u003cstrong\u003eMint State 64 (MS64)\u003c\/strong\u003e by NGC, this coin is fully uncirculated and offers attractive Mint State preservation, strong detail, and desirable luster. MS64 represents a \u003cstrong\u003eChoice Mint State\u003c\/strong\u003e grade, with only minor contact marks or abrasions consistent with the grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStruck at the \u003cstrong\u003ePhiladelphia Mint\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 1878 7\/8TF Strong Morgan Dollar had a mintage of \u003cstrong\u003e9,759,300 coins\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is composed of \u003cstrong\u003e90% silver and 10% copper\u003c\/strong\u003e, containing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.7734 troy ounces of pure silver\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by \u003cstrong\u003eGeorge T. Morgan\u003c\/strong\u003e, the obverse features Liberty wearing her iconic Phrygian cap, while the reverse displays the majestic eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch. As a Philadelphia Mint issue, this coin carries \u003cstrong\u003eno mintmark\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e1878 7\/8TF VAM-38 NGC MS64\u003c\/strong\u003e combines first-year Morgan Dollar history, a fascinating \u003cstrong\u003e7\/5 die variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, the distinctive 7\/8 Tail Feathers design, and desirable Choice Mint State preservation. It would be an excellent addition to a \u003cstrong\u003eMorgan Dollar VAM collection, variety set, or classic U.S. silver collection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoin Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1878\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philadelphia — No Mint Mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e7\/8 Tail Feathers – Strong\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-38 “7\/5TF”\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e NGC MS64\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9,759,300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1 Silver Dollar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% Silver, 10% Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.73 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActual Silver Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7734 Troy oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e George T. Morgan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFascinating early Morgan Dollar variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive \u003cstrong\u003e7\/8 Tail Feathers\u003c\/strong\u003e transitional design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognized \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-38 7\/5TF\u003c\/strong\u003e variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice \u003cstrong\u003eMS64 Mint State\u003c\/strong\u003e example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully uncirculated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive Mint State luster and detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic 90% silver U.S. coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally graded and encapsulated by NGC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The coin shown in the photographs is the \u003cstrong\u003eexact coin you will receive\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please review the images carefully to evaluate the coin's luster, strike, surfaces, toning, variety characteristics, and overall eye appeal before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Xenia Coin Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55096129454409,"sku":"XCS-000324","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9065\/0953\/files\/175.png?v=1787067650","url":"https:\/\/www.xeniacoinshop.com\/products\/1878-7-8-tf-morgan-silver-dollar-vam-38-7-5-tf-ngc-ms64","provider":"Xenia Coin Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}