1887 Morgan Silver Dollar
About Uncirculated (AU)
The 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the primary mint for U.S. coinage during the late 19th century. Coins from Philadelphia were produced in large quantities and intended for nationwide use, supplying banks and commerce across the country.
By the late 1880s, Morgan dollars were a familiar sight in everyday transactions. While many were later stored in Treasury vaults, others entered circulation and saw limited use before being set aside. An About Uncirculated example like this reflects that brief circulation history.
This coin grades About Uncirculated (AU), showing only light wear on the highest points of the design. Most original detail remains intact, with strong definition in Liberty’s hair and clear feather detail on the reverse eagle. Traces of mint luster are often still visible, especially in the protected areas, giving the coin a look that sits comfortably between Mint State and fully circulated examples.
An 1887 Morgan in AU appeals to collectors who want a coin with near–Mint State detail but a bit of real-world history. It offers an attractive balance of preservation and character within one of the most widely collected U.S. silver dollar series.
*The coin pictured is used strictly to show the design and does not represent the condition of the coin offered here.
