{"product_id":"1879-s-morgan-silver-dollar-rev-of-78-vam-52-top-100-anacs-au53","title":"1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Rev of 78 VAM-52 Top 100 ~ ANACS AU53","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Reverse of 1878 VAM-52 Top 100 – ANACS AU53\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a highly collectible early Morgan Dollar variety to your collection with this \u003cstrong\u003e1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Reverse of 1878 VAM-52 “Doubled 7,” Top 100\u003c\/strong\u003e, certified \u003cstrong\u003eANACS AU53\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-52\u003c\/strong\u003e is a recognized \u003cstrong\u003eTop 100 Morgan Dollar variety\u003c\/strong\u003e and features the \u003cstrong\u003eReverse of 1878\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the more desirable varieties from the early years of the Morgan Dollar series. The VAM-52 is identified by a \u003cstrong\u003edoubled 7 in the date\u003c\/strong\u003e along with the distinctive engraved wing feather associated with this variety. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eReverse of 1878\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially sought after because only a small number of 1879-S Morgan Dollars were struck using leftover 1878 reverse dies. These dies produced an eagle with a \u003cstrong\u003eflatter breast\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eparallel top arrow feather\u003c\/strong\u003e, clearly distinguishing the variety from the standard Reverse of 1879. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGraded \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Uncirculated 53 (AU53)\u003c\/strong\u003e by ANACS, this coin exhibits light circulation wear while retaining strong overall detail and considerable original character. AU53 is an attractive grade for this variety, offering a nice combination of preservation and affordability while allowing the distinctive VAM characteristics to remain collectible features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1879-S Morgan Dollar was struck at the \u003cstrong\u003eSan Francisco Mint\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a total mintage of \u003cstrong\u003e9,110,000 coins\u003c\/strong\u003e. Struck in \u003cstrong\u003e90% silver\u003c\/strong\u003e, each Morgan Dollar contains 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 showcases the eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e1879-S VAM-52 Reverse of 1878 Top 100 ANACS AU53\u003c\/strong\u003e combines an early Morgan Dollar, a scarce and recognizable reverse variety, and an important Top 100 VAM designation. It would make an excellent addition to a specialized \u003cstrong\u003eMorgan Dollar VAM collection\u003c\/strong\u003e or a collection of classic U.S. silver varieties.\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 1879-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMint:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Francisco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-52 Reverse of 1878\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTop 100 Morgan Dollar Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e ANACS AU53\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9,110,000\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\u003eActual Silver Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7734 Troy oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e George T. 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Please review the images carefully to evaluate the coin's surfaces, luster, strike, toning, variety characteristics, and overall eye appeal before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Xenia Coin Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55094401368393,"sku":"XCS-000315","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9065\/0953\/files\/114.png?v=1787051066","url":"https:\/\/www.xeniacoinshop.com\/products\/1879-s-morgan-silver-dollar-rev-of-78-vam-52-top-100-anacs-au53","provider":"Xenia Coin Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}