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1879-S S$1

Lot 53

1879-S S$1

NGC 68

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Grade
NGC 68
Certificate
65539601
Denomination
S$1
Series
Morgan Dollars
Metal
SILVER
Country

Description

1879-S Morgan Silver Dollar - NGC MS-68. A stunning gem example of this sought-after Morgan Silver Dollar from the San Francisco Mint, representing the pinnacle of numismatic preservation and quality. The 1879-S issue is particularly notable for its limited mintage and exceptional strike characteristics typical of the early Morgan Dollar series. This specimen exhibits extraordinary technical merit, with exceptional luster, sharp design details, and pristine surfaces that elevate it to the highest echelons of numismatic grade. The *NGC MS-68* designation represents an extraordinary condition, with only a minute fraction of surviving examples achieving such remarkable preservation. Subtle mint-state characteristics are evident across the coin's fields, with remarkable cartwheel luster and exceptional eye appeal that will captivate even the most discerning collector. The 1879-S Morgan Dollar represents a critical year in the early Morgan Dollar series, struck during a transitional period of United States monetary policy. Numismatists prize this date for its historical significance and relative scarcity in such extraordinary preservation. This particular coin would serve as a centerpiece in an advanced type collection or as a premier investment-grade numismatic asset. Graded and Certified: - *NGC MS-68*. - Certificate Number: 65539601. - Outstanding eye appeal and technical quality