Description
Morgan Dollar was USA first standard silver coin. It was minted from 1878 to 1904 and then again 1921. The coin was named after its designer George T Morgan. The observe depicts Liberty portrait, while reverse depicted eagle with open wings. Due to shortage of silver, the mint ceased minting coin in 1904. Then again in 1918, Pittman Act authorized melting and recoining of millions of silver dollars. Pursuant to the act, Morgan Dollar minting started again in 1921. The coin was replaced by Peace dollar later in same year. The coin was stuck at four different mint around the country, but since Denver Mint was opened in 1906, Morgan Dollar of 1921 from Denver Mint was stuck for the first time and in limited numbers as it was replaced by Peace Dollar.
About this coin:
The coin was minted in 1921 and contains 90% Silver and 10% Copper and weighs 26.73 grams. The coin was minted at Denver Mint, representing “D” as the mint mark.
Please check picture carefully as you will be getting the coin you see in the picture. The coin is good condition.
Why Denver Mint Morgan Dollar is rare than that of other mint.
