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1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Rev of 78 VAM-39 Top 100 ~ NGC XF40

$170.00
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1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Reverse of 1878 VAM-39 Top 100 – NGC XF40

Add a highly collectible early Morgan Dollar variety to your collection with this 1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Reverse of 1878 VAM-39, certified NGC XF40. The VAM-39 is recognized as a Top 100 Morgan Dollar variety, making this an excellent choice for collectors who specialize in Morgan Dollar die varieties and VAMs.

The Reverse of 1878 is one of the most desirable characteristics found on 1879-S Morgan Dollars. A small number of 1879-S dollars were struck using leftover 1878 reverse dies. These reverses feature a flatter-breasted eagle and a parallel top arrow feather, distinguishing them from the standard Reverse of 1879.

This example is graded Extremely Fine 40 (XF40) by NGC. The coin shows moderate circulation wear while retaining attractive overall detail and the classic appearance of an early Morgan Dollar. XF40 is an appealing grade for collectors seeking a balance of affordability, detail, and variety scarcity.

The 1879-S Morgan Dollar was struck at the San Francisco Mint, with a total mintage of 9,110,000 coins. Only a portion of that production was struck with the Reverse of 1878, adding significant interest to these examples.

Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse features Liberty wearing her iconic Phrygian cap, while the reverse displays the heraldic eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch. Struck in 90% silver, each Morgan Dollar contains approximately 0.7734 troy ounces of pure silver.

This 1879-S VAM-39 Reverse of 1878 Top 100 NGC XF40 combines an early Morgan Dollar date, a scarce and highly collectible reverse variety, and professional NGC certification. It would make a great addition to a Morgan Dollar VAM collection, Top 100 collection, or specialized U.S. coin collection.

Coin Highlights:

  • Date: 1879-S
  • Mint: San Francisco
  • Variety: VAM-39 Reverse of 1878
  • Designation: Top 100 Morgan Dollar Variety
  • Grade: NGC XF40
  • Mintage: 9,110,000
  • Denomination: $1 Silver Dollar
  • Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
  • Weight: 26.73 grams
  • Actual Silver Weight: 0.7734 Troy oz
  • Designer: George T. Morgan
  • Desirable Reverse of 1878 variety
  • Recognized Top 100 VAM
  • Distinctive flat-breasted eagle reverse
  • Parallel top arrow feather characteristic
  • Attractive Extremely Fine example
  • Strong remaining design detail
  • Classic 90% silver U.S. coin
  • Professionally graded and encapsulated by NGC

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 surfaces, strike, toning, detail, variety characteristics, and overall eye appeal before purchasing.
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