Gun Collectors Dream Auction #86 Collector Auction

A Pair of US 1881-O and 1884-O Morgan Silver Dollars

This auction ended on August 15, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $60 - $100

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $180

Description

This lot consists of two US Morgan silver dollars minted at the New Orleans Mint. The coins are dated 1881 and 1884 and are composed of 90% silver and 10% copper. Both specimens feature the George T. Morgan Liberty head design on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. The O mint mark is located on the reverse of each coin, centered above the denomination. Both coins have reeded edges.


Condition report:

The 1884-O coin shows moderate circulation wear on the high points of the hair and eagle\'s breast feathers, consistent with a Very Fine grade, with light surface toning. The 1881-O coin displays more significant circulation wear and heavy dark surface toning or staining across the obverse field, consistent with a Fine grade. Neither coin is professionally graded.