1872-S $1 Liberty Seated Dollar PCGS MS63

A scarce Mint State survivor from the penultimate year of the Liberty Seated Dollar, this 1872-S combines historic Western Mint allure with strong eye appeal and certified quality. Struck at San Francisco near the close of the Seated Dollar era, it represents the robust trans-Pacific trade in silver and the final chapter before the Coinage Act of 1873 ended regular-issue silver dollar production. In MS-63, it is a compelling acquisition for advanced collectors and a standout centerpiece for any classic U.S. silver type set. Key attributes Date and Mint: 1872-S (San Francisco) Denomination and Type: Liberty Seated Silver Dollar Variety: OC-1 die marriage (Osburn–Cushing attribution) Grade: MS-63 (PCGS) Rarity: R-3- (scarce, especially desirable in Mint State) Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper; 26.73 g; 38.1 mm; reeded edge Designer/Engraver: Christian Gobrecht Collector notes Desirability: The 1872-S is a historically important late-date Seated Dollar, widely respected for its role in Western commerce; Mint State examples are far more elusive than circulated pieces due to heavy export and subsequent melting. Eye appeal and strike: Crisp details in Liberty’s drapery, shield, and hair, along with bold eagle feathers and denticles, underscore a confident strike for the issue. Lustrous surfaces and the balanced MS-63 grade deliver strong visual presence without the price jump seen at higher tiers. Variety significance: The OC-1 die marriage is a recognized attribution in the standard Osburn–Cushing reference, adding an extra layer of specialty interest for seated dollar variety collectors. Why this coin Dual-market appeal: Ideal for both type collectors seeking a premium Liberty Seated Dollar and specialists pursuing San Francisco issues and OC-1 varieties. Investment-quality classic: Certified Mint State with attractive luster and robust detail, offering long-term collectability backed by one of America’s most iconic 19th-century silver designs. Add this 1872-S Liberty Seated Silver Dollar, OC-1, PCGS MS-63, to your collection for a rare blend of beauty, history, and market-respected grade—an exceptional representative of the last great silver dollar of the pre-Trade Dollar era.