The silver dollar minted from 1878 to 1921 by the U.S. Government is often called the Morgan dollar for its designer, George T. His initial M is found near Liberty's neck and on the reverse in a loop of the ribbon. The values for the 1884 Morgan dollar vary greatly based on the condition of the coin and where it was minted. The 1884 Morgan Silver Dollar was produced in four mints: Carson City, New Orleans, Philadelphia, and San Francisco. The most valuable 1884 Morgan Silver Dollar carries the 'CC' mintmark used by the Carson City Mint. It always carries a premium value because of very low production, making it the rarest 1884 Morgan Dollar.
The 1884 Morgan silver dollars have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Specifications
Type: Morgan Silver Dollar
Year: 1884
Face Value: $1.00
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .77344 oz.
Total Weight: 26.73 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $21.07
1884 Silver Dollar Value Chart
The US minted the 1884 silver dollar with no mint mark and also the 1884 CC silver dollar, 1884 O silver dollar, and 1884 S silver dollar. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin below the wreath.
Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
---|---|---|
1884 | Philadelphia | 14,070,000 |
1884 CC | Carson City | 1,136,000 |
1884 O | New Orleans | 9,730,000 |
1884 S | San Francisco | 3,200,000 |
Value
This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $21.07 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.25 per ounce.
The 1884 silver dollar with no mint mark is worth around $30 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $33. In uncirculated condition the price is around $50 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $240.
The 1884 CC silver dollar is worth around $150 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $160. In uncirculated condition the price is around $210 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $365.
The 1884 O silver dollar is worth around $30 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $33. In uncirculated condition the price is around $50 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $120.
The 1884 S silver dollar is worth around $32 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $75. In uncirculated condition the price is around $7,800 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $225,000.
Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $3,000 in PR 63 condition. There were only 875 proof coins minted.
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Grading System
Very fine- About two thirds of Liberty's hair lines from above her forehead her ear are visible.
Extremely fine- Liberty's hair lines and ear look strong.
MS 60 Uncirculated condition- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 65 Uncirculated condition- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks are present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.
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See also:
1885 Silver Dollar
1883 Silver Dollar
1882 Silver Dollar
Here are the top 25 most valuable silver dollars (Morgan's/Peace Dollars) from the late 1800's to the early 1900's (updated: 2021). We've searched through the coin catalogues, books, and online stores and made a huge list of coin values. We then filtered the data to show only the most expensive silver dollars, and this is what we came up with.
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- 1.) 1893 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $550,000
- 2.) 1901 Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $425,500
- 3.) 1889 CC Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $280,000
- 4.) 1884 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $215,000
- 5.) 1893 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $180,000
- 6.) 1895 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $165,000
- 7.) 1896 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $140,000
- 8.) 1886 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $140,000
- 9.) 1892 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $130,000
- 10.) 1893 CC Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $70,000
- 11.) 1895 Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $70,000
- 12.) 1879 CC Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $49,000
- 13.) 1897 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $47,000
- 14.) 1894 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $45,000
- 15.) 1894 Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $35,000
- 16.) 1883 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $26,000
- 17.) 1880 O Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $22,000
- 18.) 1895 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $18,000
- 19.) 1928 S Peace Dollar - Worth $16,500
- 20.) 1925 S Peace Dollar - Worth $15,000
- 21.) 1896 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $12,000
- 22.) 1878 Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $12,000
- 23.) 1903 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $11,000
- 24.) 1904 S Morgan Silver Dollar - Worth $8,500
- 25.) 1924 S Peace Dollar - Worth $8,200
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- *list does not count the newer Presidential Dollars