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1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar ~ ICG MS63

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1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar – ICG MS63

Add a classic first-year Morgan Dollar to your collection with this 1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar, certified ICG MS63. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, the 1878-S had a mintage of 9,774,000 coins and is an important early issue from the inaugural year of the Morgan Dollar series.

Graded Mint State 63 (MS63) by ICG, this coin is fully uncirculated and retains its original Mint State character, with attractive luster and strong overall detail. MS63 examples may exhibit contact marks and minor abrasions consistent with the grade, while still presenting the sharp, uncirculated appearance collectors look for.

The 1878-S is particularly popular among Morgan Dollar collectors because it represents the first year of the series and was produced at the San Francisco Mint in substantial quantities. PCGS notes that 1878-S Morgan Dollars are generally well struck with excellent luster, although many examples can show bagmarks from their long storage history.

Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse features the iconic portrait of Liberty wearing her Phrygian cap, while the reverse displays a heraldic eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch. The “S” mintmark identifies this coin as a product of the San Francisco Mint.

Struck in 90% silver, the Morgan Dollar weighs 26.73 grams and contains approximately 0.7734 troy ounces of pure silver.

This 1878-S ICG MS63 combines the historical importance of the first year of the Morgan Dollar series, San Francisco Mint production, classic American artistry, and desirable Mint State preservation. It would make an excellent addition to a Morgan Dollar date-and-mintmark set or classic U.S. silver collection.

Coin Highlights:

  • Date: 1878-S
  • Mint: San Francisco
  • Mintage: 9,774,000
  • Grade: ICG MS63
  • Denomination: $1 Silver Dollar
  • Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
  • Weight: 26.73 grams
  • Actual Silver Weight: 0.7734 Troy oz
  • Designer: George T. Morgan
  • First year of the Morgan Dollar series
  • Fully uncirculated Mint State example
  • Attractive original mint luster
  • Generally known for strong strikes
  • Desirable San Francisco Mint issue
  • Classic 90% silver U.S. coin
  • Professionally graded and encapsulated by ICG

Please Note: The coin shown in the photographs is the exact coin you will receive. Please review the images carefully to evaluate the coin's luster, strike, surfaces, toning, and overall eye appeal before purchasing.
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