Mintages of popular coins vary widely based on a variety of factors, such as demand and the availability of metals. Depending on the coin, some mintages can range from hundreds of thousands to several million pieces. Occasionally, though, mintages of otherwise popular coins are at levels substantially below the usual swings. Here are a few examples of issues of coins that are notable for especially…
In 1845, George T. Morgan was born in Bilston, Staffordshire, England. During his adolescence and early adulthood, he was educated at the Birmingham Art School, and then was granted a national scholarship to the South Kensington Art School. He continued his education at the South Kensington School for two years where he received numerous awards and prizes. While in England, Morgan was employed by the…
Nearly everybody with even a passing interest in silver dollars has come across a reference to the Pittman Act of 1918. But, beyond the dry, historical reference to a bill passed over ninety years ago lurks something huge. Something that forever changed the face of coin collecting. Something that, to this very day, impacts each and every Morgan Silver Dollar that has survived. In 1918, Great Britain…
Geronimo Is Legendary; so Is This Morgan Silver Dollar!
Geronimo is the most famous Native American in history. His daring exploits while escaping capture are also legendary. A special expedition was launched in 1886 to seize Geronimo, but after his capture, he became a celebrity. In his later years, he appeared at fairs and even rode in Teddy Roosevelt's inaugural parade in 1905! This 1886 Philadelphia Mint Morgan Silver Dollar was struck during the year of his surrender and is in Brilliant Uncirculated condition. Get this historic memento now, and we'll include a bonus stone arrowhead with each coin!
