{"product_id":"1879-s-rev-of-78-morgan-silver-dollar-vam-35-top-100-pcgs-au50","title":"1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar Rev of 78 VAM-35 Top 100 ~ PCGS AU50","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar VAM-35 Reverse of 1878 Top 100 – PCGS AU50\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, VAM-35 Reverse of 1878 Top 100\u003c\/strong\u003e, certified \u003cstrong\u003ePCGS AU50\u003c\/strong\u003e. This variety combines the historic 1879-S issue with the desirable \u003cstrong\u003eReverse of 1878\u003c\/strong\u003e and a recognized \u003cstrong\u003eTop 100 VAM designation\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for Morgan Dollar variety collectors. PCGS catalogs VAM-35 specifically as \u003cstrong\u003e“1879-S VAM-35, Reverse of 1878, Top 100.”\u003c\/strong\u003e \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 one of the most sought-after characteristics among early Morgan Dollars. Coins bearing this reverse were struck using an earlier reverse hub, creating distinctive design differences from the later Reverse of 1879. The VAM-35 die marriage is part of this important and collectible group of 1879-S Reverse of 1878 varieties. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Uncirculated 50 (AU50)\u003c\/strong\u003e by PCGS, this coin exhibits light circulation wear while retaining strong overall detail and attractive original character. The AU50 grade provides an excellent balance between preservation and affordability, while the variety attribution adds significant interest beyond a standard 1879-S Morgan Dollar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1879-S Morgan Dollar was struck at the \u003cstrong\u003eSan Francisco Mint\u003c\/strong\u003e, which produced \u003cstrong\u003e9,110,000 coins\u003c\/strong\u003e that year. This issue is composed of \u003cstrong\u003e90% silver and 10% copper\u003c\/strong\u003e, with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.7734 troy ounces of pure silver\u003c\/strong\u003e per coin. \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 familiar eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch. The San Francisco \u003cstrong\u003e“S” mintmark\u003c\/strong\u003e identifies the origin of this historic Morgan Dollar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors who appreciate Morgan Dollar varieties, this \u003cstrong\u003eVAM-35 Reverse of 1878 Top 100\u003c\/strong\u003e offers an opportunity to own a specialized and desirable variety in a respected \u003cstrong\u003ePCGS AU50\u003c\/strong\u003e holder.\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-35 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 PCGS AU50\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\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\u003eDesirable \u003cstrong\u003eReverse of 1878\u003c\/strong\u003e variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognized \u003cstrong\u003eTop 100 VAM\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive About Uncirculated example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong remaining detail with light circulation wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric early Morgan Dollar issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic 90% silver U.S. coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessionally graded and encapsulated by PCGS\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 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":55094594699593,"sku":"XCS-000319","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9065\/0953\/files\/122.png?v=1787053041","url":"https:\/\/www.xeniacoinshop.com\/products\/1879-s-rev-of-78-morgan-silver-dollar-vam-35-top-100-pcgs-au50","provider":"Xenia Coin Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}