The US struck a gold and silver one dollar coin in 1878, post new question as to type of coin.
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An 1878-S Morgan Dollar can be worth anywhere from $5 to $300. The price depends on the exact condition (on the numismatic grading scale) and the state of the market at the time of sale/purchase. An 1878-S Morgan in what one might call "excellent" condition is likely to be worth approximately $50. Take your dollar coin to a local coin dealer/shop to find out its exact worth.
The most common type of 1878 Morgan sells for $17.00-$30.00 in circulated grades
1878 was the first year of issue for this coin. Of the 5 types of 1878 Morgan Dollars the values for the coins are about the same for circulated examples $39.00-$55.00 depending on grade and type.
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Of the 4 types of 1878 Morgan Dollars the values for the coins are about the same for circulated examples $17.00-$55.00 depending on grade and type.