1897-O Morgan Silver Dollar - NGC AU Details
Offered here is an authentic 1897-O Morgan Silver Dollar, struck at the historic New Orleans Mint and certified by NGC as AU Details.
The 1897-O is a desirable New Orleans issue from the Morgan Dollar series. The New Orleans Mint produced 4,004,000 Morgan Dollars in 1897, with each bearing the distinctive "O" mintmark beneath the wreath on the reverse.
The 1897-O is particularly notable for its condition rarity. While circulated examples survive, properly graded Mint State coins become considerably scarcer, making attractive About Uncirculated examples popular with collectors seeking this date without the substantial premiums associated with higher-grade specimens.
Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse features the iconic portrait of Liberty surrounded by stars and the date, while the reverse depicts a heraldic eagle with outstretched wings surrounded by a wreath.
This example retains the substantial design definition expected at the About Uncirculated detail level. NGC has assigned the coin an AU Details designation rather than a standard numerical grade.
Coin Details
Year: 1897
Mint: New Orleans
Mintmark: O
Denomination: One Dollar
Series: Morgan Silver Dollar
Designer: George T. Morgan
Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Weight: 26.73 Grams
Original Mintage: 4,004,000
Certification: NGC
Grade: AU Details
The combination of New Orleans Mint production, About Uncirculated-level detail, condition rarity, and NGC authentication makes this 1897-O Morgan Silver Dollar an appealing addition to a Morgan Dollar, New Orleans Mint, or certified classic U.S. coin collection.
Condition Disclosure: This coin carries an NGC Details designation and therefore does not have a straight numerical grade. Please review all photographs and the NGC certification label carefully for the exact condition and any additional notation shown on the holder.