Lot 357

1903 Morgan Silver Dollar San Francisco

Sold December 12, 2025

Price realized
$42

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $100-300

Origin: United States

Denomination: One Dollar

Year: 1903

Mint: San Francisco

Grade/Condition: Estimated: G

Metal: Silver

Weight (+/- 0.2g): 25.9 Grams

Additional Description: The 1903 Silver Morgan Dollar from the San Francisco Mint exemplifies the precision and artistry that defined the mint’s work at the turn of the twentieth century. George T. Morgan’s celebrated design presents Liberty in profile, her hair crowned with wheat and cotton to symbolize the balance between agriculture and industry, while the reverse features the American eagle with wings outstretched, clutching arrows and an olive branch as emblems of strength and peace.

A small S mintmark beneath the wreath identifies its San Francisco origin, a facility renowned for its sharp strikes and fine detail. Struck in 90 percent silver and 10 percent copper, the coin reflects both intrinsic value and refined craftsmanship.

The 1903 San Francisco Morgan Dollar, remains a desirable issue for its quality of production and historical context. Well-preserved examples display crisp relief and brilliant luster, offering a lasting testament to the technical excellence and artistry of American coinage in the early twentieth century.

Lot details

Lot
357
Closed
December 12, 2025

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