1890-CC S$1

Description

# 1890-CC Morgan Dollar PCGS MS-63 - A Classic Carson City Silver Dollar. An exceptional 1890-CC Morgan Silver Dollar from the legendary Carson City Mint, certified by PCGS at a solid *MS-63* grade. This coin represents a pivotal year in the Morgan Dollar series, featuring robust mint state preservation and significant historical provenance. The 1890-CC Morgan Dollar emerges from one of the most fascinating periods of American coinage, with a substantial mintage of 2,309,041 pieces. This particular specimen showcases the classic George T. Morgan design with crisp, well-defined details typical of Carson City Mint production. The CC mintmark stands as a testament to the mint's limited operational period, making this coin a prized collectible for numismatists fascinated by Western mint history. Technical Specifications: - Mint: Carson City (CC). - Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper. - Weight: 26.73g. - Diameter: 38.1mm. - Graded: PCGS MS-63. - Population: Approximately 4,461 total graded. Notably, this coin comes from a fascinating period of numismatic distribution. Multiple Treasury releases in the 1930s-1950s saw significant quantities of 1890-CC dollars emerge, with estimates suggesting 10,000-20,000 coins survive in MS-63 grade. The coin's prooflike surfaces and sharp strike quality make it a particularly desirable example of this historic silver dollar issue. Provenance and Rarity: - Certification: PCGS #50435398. - Price Guide Value: $1,650. - Significant historical distribution through Treasury releases. - Relatively scarce in higher mint state grades. A superb opportunity for the discerning Morgan Dollar collector seeking a well-preserved Carson City specimen with rich numismatic history.