1890-CC Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS63+ Proof-Like

Gorgeous, High-Grade Proof-Like Carson City Morgan Silver Dollar

Maybe Morgan Silver Dollars are among the most sought-vintage American coins by collectors because of their reputation as the “hard currency” of the Old West. Or maybe it’s because of the alluring design, with a portrait of Miss Liberty on the obverse and a bold spread-winged eagle on the reverse. Whatever the reason, their immense popularity, combined with the fact that millions of them were melted down in 1918 and 1942 to help the U.S. war efforts, has made them harder and harder to find. That goes double for this one from the Carson City Mint with the coveted “CC” mint mark and a low mintage of just 2.3 million.

Scarce Wild West Dollars From The Carson City Mint

Back in 1890, the Philadelphia Mint struck nearly 17 million Morgan Silver Dollars. More than 2,600 miles away, the Carson City Mint struck a shade over 2 million. But that’s only part of the remarkable story of why the 1890 Carson City Morgan is so hard to find. You see, folks out East preferred paper dollars, so the coins from the Mother Mint in Philadelphia are much easier to find today in nice condition, as they tended to sit in bank vaults instead of in people’s pockets. But in the West, folks preferred money in the form of these hefty, highly pure 90% fine silver coins. The result was “hard currency” from the Carson City Mint exchanging hands frequently in commerce. That’s why this coin in Choice Uncirculated Mint State-63+ (MS63+) condition is a real find!

Silver Dollars From The Famous Comstock Lode

Morgan Silver Dollars were struck thanks to the discovery of the Comstock Lode Near Virginia City, Nevada—the richest silver mine in American history. So, it’s no surprise that a mint sprung up in nearby Carson City, Nevada to help handle the load. Surprisingly, the Carson City Mint struck the Morgan for only 13 years, with its total mintage for all years combined making up just 2% of the total mintage of all Morgan Silver Dollars struck between 1878 and 1921. Now, after years of being worn in commerce, scratched in saddle bags, and melted down for their precious metal, many Morgan Silver Dollars are shadows of their former selves. But that’s not the case with THIS coin!

A High-Grade Morgan That’s Even Better Than The Smithsonian’s Specimen!

Not only was this coin graded in Choice Uncirculated Mint State-63 condition, but it was also awarded a + plus designation by NGC because it is a hair away from being graded MS64, making its grade Mint State-63+ (MS63+). It also carries a Proof-like designation (PL) awarded when there is a clear reflection in the fields on both sides of the coin as viewed from two to four inches away. Proof-Like coins are usually among the first few hundred struck from a brand-new die or a polished die, giving the coin a brilliant, mirrored look that is very eye-appealing. According to the NGC population report, there are just TWO 1890-CC Morgan Silver Dollars with this grade. What’s more, the specimen in the world-renowned Smithsonian is a grade lower at MS62!

Act Fast Or Miss Out!

It’s estimated that as few as 15% of ALL Morgan Silver Dollars remain for modern collectors to covet and stash away in their private collections. These were THE coins used by cowboys, gunfighters, saloon keepers, and dance hall girls. Who knows where these coins traveled, in whose pockets they rested, or what kind of escapades they saw? Just imagine the history you can hold in your hands with one of these big vintage silver dollars struck in the heart of the Old West! Act fast or miss out!

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.
• KEY DATE MORGAN SILVER DOLLAR– Your 1890-CC Morgan Silver Dollar was struck at the Carson City Mint. Morgans bearing the “CC” mint mark are valued by collectors because the Carson City Mint is the mint responsible for the smallest number of Morgans struck.
• 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 one dollar legal tender and measure 38.1 mm in diameter.
• CHOICE UNCIRCULATED PROOF-LIKE CONDITION – Your 1890-CC Morgan Silver Dollar has been graded by the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) in Choice Uncirculated Mint State-63+ Proof-Like (MS63+ PL) 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.

The Morgan Silver Dollar is one of America’s most popular and heavily collected coins. This is your chance to secure a key low-mintage date 1890-CC Morgan Silver Dollar! Add it to your cart today!