1898 O CAC Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS-65Add a premium New Orleans Mint Morgan Dollar to your collection with this 1898-O Morgan Silver Dollar certified NGC MS65. Struck at the historic New Orleans Mint, this coin represents a desirable Gem Mint State example from one of America's most collected and enduring coin series. Combining strong collector demand, historic significance, and substantial silver content, the 1898-O Morgan Dollar remains a popular choice among numismatists and investors alike.
Designed by George T. Morgan, the Morgan Silver Dollar is one of the most iconic coins ever produced by the United States Mint. The obverse features Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap adorned with cotton and wheat, while the reverse showcases a heraldic eagle holding arrows and an olive branch. Since its introduction in 1878, the Morgan Dollar has become a cornerstone of American coin collecting.
The New Orleans Mint produced Morgan Dollars that are highly sought after for their unique history and connection to one of the nation's most storied mint facilities. The 1898-O issue had an original mintage of 4,440,000 coins, making it one of the lower-mintage Morgan Dollar issues from the late nineteenth century.
Graded MS65 by NGC, this coin falls within the desirable Gem Mint State category, offering excellent preservation, attractive mint luster, and strong overall eye appeal. Certified examples in this grade are popular additions to date sets, certified type sets, and advanced Morgan Dollar collections.
Containing 0.7734 troy ounce of silver, this certified Morgan Dollar offers the perfect combination of American history, numismatic appeal, and precious metal ownership.
Specifications
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Year: 1898
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Mint: New Orleans Mint
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Mint Mark: O
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Denomination: $1
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Grade: NGC MS65
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Certification: Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC)
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Series: Morgan Silver Dollar
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Designer: George T. Morgan
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Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
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Actual Silver Weight: 0.7734 Troy Ounce
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Weight: 26.73 Grams
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Diameter: 38.1 mm
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Edge: Reeded
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Mintage: 4,440,000
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Country: United States
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Packaging: NGC Certified Holder
The 1898-O Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS65 is a beautiful Gem Mint State example from one of the most beloved coin series in American numismatic history. Featuring the historic New Orleans Mint pedigree, substantial silver content, and the confidence of NGC certification, this coin is an excellent addition to any Morgan Dollar collection, certified type set, or long-term numismatic portfolio. Don't miss the opportunity to own this classic piece of American coinage history.