Minted from 1878-1921, this design by George T. Morgan is considered to be one of the most beloved designs of American coinage. This piece of history will instantly add value to your investment portfolio or personal collection. Add this 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar to your cart today! USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1881 Morgan Silver Dollar is Worth $35 in Average Condition and can be Worth $64 to $755 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Proof Coins can be Worth $3,249 or more. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin's. 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollars (BU) The coinage law of 1873 made no provision for the standard silver dollar. During the lapse in coinage of this denomination, the gold dollar became the unit coin, and the trade dollar was used for commercial transactions with the Orient. 1881-O PCGS MS63 UNCIRCULATED SILVER MORGAN DOLLAR COIN!
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What This Coin Looks Like (Obverse, Reverse, Mint Mark Location, Special Features, etc.):
| Good (G-4) | Very Good (VG-8) | Fine (F-12) | Very Fine (VF-20) | Extremely Fine (EF-40) | About Uncirculated (AU-50) | Uncirculated (MS-60) | Uncirculated (MS-65) | Proof (PR-63) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $29 | $36 | $41 | $47 | $49 | $52 | $61 | $1,462 | - |
USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1881-O Morgan Silver Dollar is Worth $36 in Average Condition and can be Worth $61 to $1,462 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin's Metal is Worth (bare minimum value of coin). Click here to see the Melt Value of every US Coin.
MELT VALUE: $21.17
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The 1881 Morgan silver dollars have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Specifications
Type: Morgan Silver Dollar
Year: 1881
Face Value: $1.00
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .77344 oz.
Total Weight: 26.73 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $21.06
The US minted the 1881 silver dollar with no mint mark and also the 1881 CC silver dollar, 1881 O silver dollar, and 1881 S silver dollar. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin below the wreath.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1881 | Philadelphia | 9,163,000 |
| 1881 CC | Carson City | 296,000 |
| 1881 O | New Orleans | 5,708,000 |
| 1881 S | San Francisco | 12,760,000 |
Value
This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $21.06 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.23 per ounce.
The 1881 silver dollar with no mint mark is worth around $30 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $37. In uncirculated condition the price is around $53 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $450.
The 1881 CC silver dollar is worth around $400 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $425. In uncirculated condition the price is around $475 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $750.
The 1881 O silver dollar is worth around $40 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $42. In uncirculated condition the price is around $50 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $875.
1881 Silver Dollar Worth
The 1881 S silver dollar is worth around $30 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $33. In uncirculated condition the price is around $45 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $120.
1881 Silver Dollar Coin Value
Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $3,000 in PR 63 condition. There were only 984 proof coins minted.
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Grading System
Very fine- About two thirds of Liberty's hair lines from above her forehead her ear are visible.
Extremely fine- Liberty's hair lines and ear look strong.
MS 60 Uncirculated condition- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 65 Uncirculated condition- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks are present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.
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See also:
1881 S Silver Dollar Worth
1882 Silver Dollar
1880 Silver Dollar
1879 Silver Dollar