answersLogoWhite

0

Coin values depend very much on the condition of the coin and the mintmark. On the Morgan dollar, issued in the United States between 1878 and 1904 then again in 1921, the mintmark can be found on the reverse (eagle) side at the bottom.

For an 1881 Philadelphia mint coin (shows no mintmark), in average circulated condition the coin is worth roughly $15 wholesale. In average uncirculated (also called mint state, or MS) condition, it may be worth $40. In gem uncirculated condition (MS-65) it is hard to find, so may have a value exceeding $600. In virtually perfect condition it may be worth more than $5000. (All prices as of September 2007 -- prices vary by demand level.)

Other mintmarks found on 1881 Morgan dollars are S (San Francisco), O (New Orleans), and CC (Carson City). The values of S and O mint 1881 dollars are about the same as the Philadelphia mint values in circulated to average uncirculated condition. O mint dollars jump even higher in gem uncirculated and better condition, while the S mint is more common, and thus less valuable, in gem grades. The CC version is much more valuable in lower grades, due to its rarity overall, but it does not gain as much in higher grades. A circulated CC coin of this date may bring $300, while in gem uncirculated state it could be worth $750 or so.

There are other factors that influence coin values, including toning (color) and surface reflectivity. In all cases try to avoid contact with the surfaces, and never attempt to clean or polish your coins, as this will almost certainly reduce its value.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What is the value of an 1881 goldplated silver dollar?

5-22-11>> The plating adds nothing to the value of the coin. Actually it killed the collectible value of the coin. It's value is for the silver about $30.00


Value 1881 S silver dollar circulated?

Retail values run from $14.00 to $30.00 for this coin.


What is value of your 1881s silver dollar?

Assuming the coin is circulated, the 1881-S Morgan dollar is a common, value is $32.00-$38.00 depending on grade.


What is the value of an 1881 silver lady liberty 1 dollar coin?

1881 is a common date for Morgan dollars, circulated coins are valued at $17.00-$26.00


What is 1881 Liberty Haed Silver dollar worth?

Assuming the coin is circulated and has no mintmark, the 1881 Morgan dollar is a common date of the series. For an accurate assessment of value the coin needs to be seen and graded. Circulated coins are $38.00-$44.00.


How much is an 1881 e pluribus unum coin value?

A denomination is needed, post new question. silver dollar piece


What is value of silver twenty dollar coin worth?

1848. Silver. Twenty. Dollar. Coin


What is the value of an 1881 P MS 65 Slabbed Morgan Silver Dollar?

Assuming the coin is certified by one of the top 3 grading company's. The 1881 Morgan dollar in MS-65 has a current market value between $550.00 & $675.00.


What is the value of 1881 Morgan dollar coin?

Assuming the coin is circulated and has no mintmark's, retail values are $29.00-$42.00 depending on the actual grade of the coin. The 1881 Morgan dollar is a very common coin.


Value of 1960 silver dollar?

There is no such thing as a 1960 silver dollar coin.


What is the value of a 1881 us dollar coin?

Assuming the coin is circulated and has no mintmarks, retail value is $23.00-$31.00 depending on how much wear the coin has. The 1881 Morgan is a common date.


What is value of 1972 silver dollar coin?

One dollar.