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1888-O Morgan Silver Dollar – New Orleans Mint – .900 Silver View Watchlist >

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1888-O Morgan Silver Dollar – New Orleans Mint – .900 Silver

This listing features an 1888 Morgan Silver Dollar struck at the New Orleans Mint, identified by the "O" mintmark on the reverse beneath the wreath. Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse depicts Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap with a wreath of cotton and wheat, while the reverse displays a heraldic eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch. This issue is part of the long-running Morgan Dollar series, produced from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921.

Specifications:

  • Issuing Country: United States
  • Year: 1888
  • Mint: New Orleans (“O” mintmark)
  • Denomination: One Dollar
  • Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
  • Actual Silver Weight: 0.7734 troy ounces
  • Diameter: 38.1 mm
  • Thickness: 2.4 mm
  • Edge: Reeded
  • Designer: George T. Morgan

CONDITION:
In circulated condition with surface wear and scattered contact marks. Natural edge toning is visible, particularly around the rims, with areas of darker discoloration on both obverse and reverse. Legends and major design details remain clear, though finer features show wear. Please refer to the photos for a detailed condition assessment.

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