1886 S$1

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# 1886 Morgan Dollar - PCGS MS67. An exceptional gem-quality Morgan Dollar from the Philadelphia Mint, this 1886 *Silver Dollar* represents a pinnacle of preservation and eye appeal within a historically significant coinage year. Struck during a period of massive silver dollar production, this premium quality specimen showcases the pinnacle of numismatic preservation. The coin emerges from a record-breaking mintage of 19,963,000 pieces, making it one of the most prolific Morgan Dollar issues of its era. Graded a superb PCGS MS67, this example sits among the finest known, representing just 203 coins at this elite grade level out of 753 total graded. Its pristine surfaces display remarkable mint luster with characteristic satin to "greasy" texture typical of 1886 Philadelphia strikes, highlighting the nuanced striking characteristics of this particular issue. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, this classic George T. Morgan designed dollar weighs 26.73g and measures 38.1mm in diameter. The coin's historical context is particularly fascinating, coming from a year when President Grover Cleveland was critically examining the silver dollar's economic utility, making this specimen not just a numismatic treasure, but a tangible artifact of late 19th-century monetary policy. Provenance Details: - PCGS Certification: 52098228. - Grade: MS67. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Population: 203 coins at grade level. - Estimated Value: $1,400