1882 Morgan Silver Dollar 
- Sold Winning Bid: $104.00
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- High Bidder: NMPecan
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1882 Morgan Silver Dollar
U.S. Mint Specifications
- Mint Mark: S (San Francisco)
- Designer: George T. Morgan
- Condition: Brilliant Uncirculated (BU)
- Material: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
- Diameter: 38.1 mm
- Weight: 26.73 grams
This 1882 Morgan Silver Dollar was minted in San Francisco, known for producing some of the finest Morgan Dollars due to the quality of its striking processes. The obverse features the iconic Lady Liberty in profile, her hair carefully detailed with cotton and wheat, symbolizing America’s agricultural heritage. Surrounding her portrait are the words "E PLURIBUS UNUM" and the mint date, 1882. The reverse displays a proud eagle with wings outstretched, clutching an olive branch and arrows—symbols of peace and strength—with the inscription "In God We Trust" above.
Condition: This coin is graded as Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), with sharp details and a bright luster across its surface, characteristic of coins that have not been in circulation. Photos provided accurately reflect the coin’s pristine condition, making it a desirable piece for collectors seeking unblemished examples of Morgan Dollars from the San Francisco Mint.
Size: One (1) Morgan Silver Dollar
Historical Significance: The Morgan Dollar series, first struck in 1878, symbolizes the economic optimism of the Gilded Age in post-Civil War America. The 1882-S edition holds special appeal among numismatists due to its quality and the significance of the San Francisco Mint in producing well-struck and enduring designs. This coin captures a time when the United States was expanding westward, with silver coinage playing a central role in commerce. Collectors highly value these early Morgan Dollars from San Francisco for their striking details and historical resonance.
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