1883–1885-O Morgan Silver Dollars 3-pc Set PCGS MS63

New Orleans Morgans From The Reconstruction Era

The post-Civil War Reconstruction era in New Orleans was marked by a tumultuous struggle for civil rights and social change, as formerly enslaved people sought to assert their newfound freedoms amidst significant resistance. From 1883 to 1885, the earlier advancements in equality faced intense backlash, as white supremacist groups violently reasserted control, dismantling many of the political and social advancements made by Black citizens during earlier Reconstruction efforts. Here you secure a trio of Morgan Silver Dollars struck at the famed New Orleans Mint during those tumultuous years.

Morgan Silver Dollars From The New Orleans Mint

These 1883–1885-O Morgans paint a vivid picture of life during Reconstruction-era America. Additionally, each Morgan Dollar available here been graded by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) as being in Choice Uncirculated Mint-State-63 (MS63) condition—a remarkable grade for coins that are 140 years old and were often used in circulation. And when you consider that the New Orleans Mint was notorious for having the worst-struck Morgans in the entire series, obtaining these coins in Choice Uncirculated condition is a real find! Your set will also come beautifully housed in a presentation case along with a Certificate of Authenticity. We’re likely to burn through our small supply of these sets in a hurry so grab yours now!

COIN HIGHLIGHTS:

• AMERICA’S MOST POPULAR AND COLLECTED COIN – Designed by U.S. Mint Engraver George T. Morgan, the Morgan Silver Dollar was struck from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921. Today it is one of the most popular and heavily collected of all United States coins.
• EARLY 1880s NEW ORLEANS MINT MORGANS – The three Morgan Silver Dollars in this set were struck in 1883, 1884, and 1885 at the New Orleans Mint and feature the famous “O” mint mark.
• FAMOUS “O” MINT MARK – The New Orleans Mint is famous for being the only American mint to be controlled by three different governing bodies during its lifetime. It was first governed by the United States of America, then the State of Louisiana when it seceded from the Union prior to the Civil War, and finally the Confederate States of America following the onset of the war. The United States regained possession in 1862. The famous “O” mint mark on the reverse of these coins is a living reminder of this historic mint’s epic history.
• STRUCK IN FINE AMERICAN SILVER – Morgan Silver Dollars were struck in 26.73 grams of 90% silver – fine American silver mined from the famous Comstock Lode near Virginia City, Nevada – the richest silver mine in American history.
• LEGAL TENDER AMERICAN COINAGE – Each Morgan Silver Dollar was $1 legal tender.
• HIGH-GRADE UNCIRCULATED CONDITION – Each coin in your 1883–1885-O Morgan Silver Dollars Three-Piece Set has been graded by the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) in Choice Uncirculated Mint-State-63 (MS63) condition.
• THE CASE OF THE DISAPPEARING MORGAN – Despite millions of Morgan Silver Dollars being struck from 1878-1921, most were lost in circulation or melted down in mass silver meltings. In fact, coin experts believe that only 15% of all Morgan ever struck remain in existence today!

Closing Catch a glimpse of what life was like during Reconstruction-era America with this three-piece set of Morgan Silver Dollars struck at the New Orleans Mint from 1883 to 1885!