1897-S S$1

Description

1897-S Morgan Silver Dollar | NGC MS-66. A stunning example of this popular San Francisco Morgan Dollar, struck during a pivotal year in numismatic history. The 1897-S represents a moderately scarce issue within the Morgan Dollar series, with a relatively limited mintage and challenging survival rate in high grade. This exceptional NGC MS-66 specimen showcases remarkable original luster and outstanding eye appeal. Pristine surfaces display vibrant frosty white to light champagne toning, with exceptional strike quality and minimal contact marks typical of the finest known examples. The coin exhibits sharp, well-defined design elements across both obverse and reverse, highlighting the exceptional preservation of this late 19th-century silver dollar. The 1897-S Morgan Dollar represents a key date for collectors seeking high-grade examples from the San Francisco mint. With its superior numerical grade and clean eye appeal, this coin would serve as an outstanding addition to both type collections and specialized Morgan Dollar sets. NGC population reports suggest very few examples reach this superior preservation level, making this lot particularly desirable for the discerning numismatist. Key Details: - Mint: San Francisco (S). - Year: 1897. - Metal: Silver. - Grade: NGC MS-66. - Cert #: 6824804007