1891-CC Morgan Dollar MS-63 PCGS

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This 1891-CC Morgan Dollar, graded MS-63 by PCGS, offers a direct link to America's frontier expansion and the notable Carson City Mint.

The 1891-CC Morgan Dollar emerges from an era of profound change and the allure of the American West, struck at the legendary Carson City Mint. Nestled in Nevada, this facility, identified by its distinctive "CC" mint mark, operated for a limited period to process the vast silver resources unearthed from the Comstock Lode. Though its original mintage of 1,618,000 pieces was substantial for the frontier mint, the subsequent history of the 1891-CC dollar is what truly distinguishes it. Unlike many of its Carson City counterparts, a significant portion of this issue entered general circulation, meaning fewer examples were preserved in pristine condition. This explains why only a small fraction—just 5,687 coins—of the 1891-CC issue was later discovered and distributed through the GSA Hoard, making uncirculated examples like this PCGS-graded MS-63 quite desirable for collectors today.

At its core, this one-dollar coin is a creation of George T. Morgan, a talented British engraver who would eventually become the Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint. The obverse showcases a striking rendition of Lady Liberty, her profile adorned with a Phrygian cap, wheat, and cotton, symbols intended to evoke the nation's diverse agricultural landscape and unity. The reverse presents a powerful eagle with outstretched wings, clutching both arrows and an olive branch—emblems of defense and peace. Each of these Morgan Dollars, with a diameter of 38.1 mm and a thickness of 3.1 mm, consists of .900 fine silver and .100 copper, contributing to its overall weight of 0.7734 troy ounces of pure silver content (26.73 grams total weight).

This 1891-CC Morgan Dollar, certified MS-63 by PCGS, represents more than its precious metal content; it is a tangible connection to the rugged spirit of the Old West and a unique chapter in American coining. For those drawn to both historical narratives and the distinctive issues of frontier mints, this coin offers a captivating blend of both.