The 1883-O Morgan Silver Dollar is a classic piece of American coinage, struck at the historic New Orleans Mint during the height of the Morgan Dollar era (1878–1904). Designed by George T. Morgan, this iconic coin features Lady Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse—symbols of strength and national pride.
This example has been certified by PCGS as Genuine XF Details (92 – Cleaned). The coin shows Extremely Fine detail, with strong design elements visible in Liberty’s hair and the eagle’s feathers, indicating moderate circulation with solid remaining definition. While the cleaning is noted, the coin still offers attractive detail and remains a desirable collectible for those seeking an affordable example of a historic Morgan Dollar.
Struck in 90% silver, the 1883-O carries both intrinsic bullion value and strong numismatic interest. Coins from the New Orleans Mint are especially popular among collectors due to their unique striking characteristics and historical significance in Southern U.S. minting history.
Key Details
- Year: 1883
- Mint Mark: O (New Orleans Mint)
- Denomination: $1 Dollar
- Series: Morgan Silver Dollar
- Designer: George T. Morgan
- Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
- Weight: 26.73 grams
- Diameter: 38.1 mm
- Grade: PCGS Genuine XF Details
- Details Code: 92 – Cleaned
- Condition Insight: Strong XF detail with evidence of past cleaning
Collector Highlights
- Historic Mint: Struck at the New Orleans Mint, a key branch mint in U.S. history
- Classic Design: One of the most collected and recognized U.S. coins
- Strong Detail: XF-level detail offers excellent visibility of design features
- Silver Content: 90% silver adds intrinsic and collectible value
- Affordable Morgan: Great entry point into the Morgan Dollar series
- Set Builder Appeal: Ideal for collectors filling a date/mint set on a budget
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