1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar – San Francisco Mint
Own an early issue of one of America's most iconic silver coin designs with this 1878-S Morgan Silver Dollar. Struck at the San Francisco Mint during the inaugural year of the Morgan Dollar series, this historic coin represents the beginning of a classic era in United States silver coinage.
Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse features a left-facing portrait of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with cotton and wheat, symbolizing America's agricultural heritage. The reverse showcases a majestic bald eagle with outstretched wings clutching arrows and an olive branch, surrounded by a wreath and the inscriptions “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” and “ONE DOLLAR.”
The 1878-S issue is an important early date for Morgan Dollar collectors and is especially desirable as a representative of the San Francisco Mint's early production.
Specifications:
Country: United States
Year: 1878
Mint Mark: S – San Francisco
Denomination: One Dollar
Series: Morgan Silver Dollar
Designer: George T. Morgan
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Weight: 26.73 grams
Diameter: 38.1 mm
Actual Silver Weight: 0.7734 troy oz
Edge: Reeded
Catalog Reference: KM#110
A classic early Morgan Dollar featuring historic American imagery, substantial silver content, and enduring collector appeal. A great addition to any Morgan Dollar collection or U.S. silver coin portfolio.