Description
1886-O $1 Morgan Dollar PCGS MS63
PCGS # 7168
Grading Service PCGS
Grade MS63
Mint Location New Orleans
Year 1886
Designation
Strike Business
Grade Add On NONE
1886-O $1 Morgan Dollar PCGS MS63
1886-O $1
SKU: 59840518
A coveted conditional rarity for the advanced Morgan Dollar specialist, this 1886-O $1 from the New Orleans Mint is certified PCGS MS63—placing it well above the vast majority of survivors from this notoriously tough issue. The 1886-O is famous for soft strikes and heavy bagmarks; finding an example with true cartwheel luster, crisp eye appeal, and minimal abrasions for the grade is challenging. This attractive MS63 delivers the bright, frosty look collectors want, making it an excellent fit for an O-Mint set, a date-and-mint run, or a premium type collection.
Highlights
Desirable New Orleans Mint issue; scarce in true Mint State
Certified PCGS MS63: strong luster and pleasing surfaces for the grade
Classic “O-Mint” character with better-than-typical definition
Investment-friendly conditional rarity and collector favorite
Historic context
Struck in the heart of the post-Reconstruction South, the 1886-O Morgan Dollar reflects the New Orleans Mint’s pivotal role in America’s silver coinage. While 10,710,000 pieces were produced, few were preserved in uncirculated condition. Most entered commerce or spent decades in storage, acquiring the contact marks and softness of strike that make high-end examples elusive today.
Specifications
Date: 1886
Denomination: $1 Morgan Dollar
Mint: New Orleans (O)
Grade: PCGS MS63
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Weight: 26.73 g
Diameter: 38.1 mm
Edge: Reeded
Designer: George T. Morgan
Obverse: Liberty with Phrygian cap and agricultural wreath
Reverse: Heraldic eagle with outstretched wings and “In God We Trust”
Collectors seeking a standout O-Mint Morgan will appreciate this MS63’s blend of eye appeal, historical significance, and market liquidity. Secure this challenging New Orleans issue for your cabinet today.