Lot 305
1887 Silver Morgan Dollar San Francisco
Sold December 12, 2025
- Price realized
- $110
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Estimated Value: $300-500
Origin: United States
Denomination: One Dollar
Year: 1887
Mint: San Francisco
Grade/Condition: Estimated: MS
Metal: Silver
Weight (+/- 0.2g): 26.8 Grams
Additional Description: The 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar from the San Francisco Mint, marked with an “S” beneath the wreath on the reverse, is a significant and sought-after issue within the Morgan series. Iit represents a moderately low production compared to Philadelphia and New Orleans strikes of the same year.
San Francisco Morgans are renowned for their sharp strikes and attractive surfaces, and the 1887-S typically displays strong detail in Liberty’s flowing hair and the eagle’s feathers. The mint’s superior craftsmanship is evident, contributing to the coin’s popularity among numismatists seeking quality examples.
George T. Morgan’s design remains central to the piece: the obverse features Liberty’s profile crowned with cotton and wheat, while the reverse presents a majestic eagle with wings spread, clutching arrows and an olive branch, framed by national inscriptions.
Struck in 90% silver and 10% copper, the 1887-S was produced during the era of the Bland-Allison Act, which mandated large-scale silver coinage, even as circulation demand waned.
The 1887-S Morgan Dollar is prized as a semi-key date, its balance of rarity, historical significance, and visual appeal continues to captivate collectors.
Lot details
- Lot
- 305
- Auction
- Gold and Silver Showcase
- Closed
- December 12, 2025
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