Description
1889-CC $1 Morgan Dollar PCGS AU58
PCGS # 7190
Grading Service PCGS
Grade AU58
Mint Location Carson City
Year 1889
Designation NONE
Strike Business
Grade Add On NONE
1889-CC $1 Morgan Dollar PCGS AU58
1889-CC $1
SKU: 38231272
A trophy among Morgan Dollars, the 1889-CC $1 from the legendary Carson City Mint is a cornerstone key date prized by advanced collectors and always in demand. Certified by PCGS as AU58, this example offers near‑Mint State eye appeal with only the lightest high‑point friction—exactly what collectors seek in a “slider” AU. The 1889-CC is renowned for its scarcity, desirability, and historical allure tied to the Old West.
Struck from a tiny mintage of just 350,000 pieces, the issue saw heavy circulation and later losses, leaving few survivors with premium surfaces. Population data underscores its rarity at this lofty level: PCGS reports only 284 coins graded AU58, with just 399 examples certified finer across all higher grades. This combination of key-date status, low mintage, and condition rarity makes the 1889-CC one of the most important acquisitions in the Morgan series.
Highlights:
Date/Mint: 1889-CC (Carson City Mint) — key date of the series
Certification/Grade: PCGS AU58
Mintage: 350,000
PCGS Population: 284 in AU58; only 399 graded higher
Appeal: Choice “slider” AU with strong detail and attractive original patina
Collectability: Blue‑chip Morgan Dollar rarity, highly liquid and consistently sought after
Specifications:
Denomination: One Dollar (Morgan Silver Dollar)
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Weight/Diameter: 26.73 g; 38.1 mm
Designer: George T. Morgan
This PCGS‑certified 1889-CC Morgan Dollar delivers the historical gravitas of Carson City with the eye appeal collectors want—an exceptional opportunity for both seasoned numismatists and discerning buyers seeking a standout key date. Secure this premier Carson City rarity while it’s available.