The Morgan Silver Dollar, created by George T. Morgan, was first minted by the United States Mint in 1878 and continued production until 1904. After a break, the final coins were minted in 1921. This iconic coin played a significant role in American currency during key periods like the Reconstruction Era and the early 20th century. Right now, 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Coins are available from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives inside a plastic flip!
• 10th issue of Morgan Dollars!
• Total mintage of only 20,290,000 at Philadelphia!
• Contains .7734 Troy oz of actual silver content.
• Bears a face value of $1 (USD) backed by the federal government.
• The obverse depicts Lady Liberty.
• On the reverse is the heraldic eagle.

Each 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Coin comes in a protective plastic flip. If you order multiples, the coins are packaged in sets of 20. These coins are all offered in Brilliant Uncirculated condition, featuring a composition of 90% silver and 10% copper.

The total mintage of Morgan Silver Dollars in 1887 reached nearly 33 million coins, with the Philadelphia Mint producing the largest share at 20.29 million. Other mint facilities that year included New Orleans, striking 11.55 million coins, and San Francisco, with a smaller total of 1.77 million coins. Carson City Mint did not produce any Morgan Dollars in 1887.

On the obverse of the 1887 Morgan Dollar Coin, you’ll find a left-profile portrait of Lady Liberty, inspired by Anna Willes Williams. She wears a Phrygian cap, a laurel wreath, and a coronet, surrounded by 13 stars representing the original colonies.

The reverse of the 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar features a unique heraldic eagle designed by Morgan. Unlike other eagles that feature a national shield, this eagle is depicted front-facing with wings spread wide, clutching an olive branch and arrows in its talons.

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