1878 8TF $1 8TF Morgan Dollar CACG MS66PL TOP POP Population 1

An extraordinary early-year Morgan Dollar, this 1878 8TF $1 from the Philadelphia Mint represents the famous “Eight Tailfeathers” reverse type that anchors any serious Morgan collection. Struck during the first year of issue and certified by CACG in MS66PL with a CAC endorsement, this piece combines elite preservation with sought-after prooflike reflectivity, offering both historical importance and standout visual presence. Date and type: 1878 Morgan Dollar, 8TF (Eight Tailfeathers) reverse variety Mint: Philadelphia Certification: CACG MS66PL (CAC) Cert #: 513826812 Population: Top Pop, Population 1, with 0 higher The obverse displays predominantly silver-gray surfaces with soft champagne-gold at the rims, complemented by light copper-rose highlights and subtle blue-gray toning across the mirrored fields. The reverse remains largely silver-gray, enriched by a pale golden-brown warmth along the rim and devices, with faint steel-blue to slate-gray toning in the open areas and scattered copper-rose accents near the periphery. The prooflike finish adds depth and contrast, enhancing the design’s dimensionality and imparting a refined, near-medallic presentation that is scarce at this grade level. As a first-year Morgan with the desirable 8TF reverse and a highest-known population status, this coin offers a compelling blend of rarity, eye appeal, and registry-level collectability. A premier candidate for advanced Morgan Dollar sets, type collections, or any cabinet seeking an exceptional example of this landmark American silver series.