1883 Morgan Silver Dollar – Philadelphia Mint

1883 Morgan Silver Dollar – Philadelphia Mint

This 1883 Morgan Silver Dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the only U.S. mint at the time that didn’t use a mint mark.
The obverse showcases Lady Liberty’s profile with full hair detail and crisp lettering, while the reverse features a finely detailed eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch, framed by a laurel wreath.

This example displays natural silver luster with light wear on the high points, particularly on Liberty’s cheek and the eagle’s breast. The rims are strong, and the fields retain pleasing reflectivity — a solid circulated piece with classic Philadelphia sharpness.

Coin Details

• Year: 1883

• Mint: Philadelphia (no mint mark)

• Composition: 90% Silver, 10% Copper

• Weight: 26.73 grams

• Diameter: 38.1 mm

• Designer: George T. Morgan

• Silver Content: 0.7734 troy oz

Notable Traits

• Sharply struck details typical of Philadelphia issues

• Strong rims and legible legends

• Light, natural toning with attractive silver sheen

• Excellent example of a well-preserved 19th-century silver dollar