What is the value of a 1901 US silver dollar?

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1901 is not a rare date for silver dollars in circulated condition. In lower grades its value is determined by the amount of silver it contains, about 3/4 of a troy ounce. Uncirculated ones can be extremely valuable though.

Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter above the DO in DOLLAR. It may be blank or there may be an O or S. (The M on the front of the coin is the designer's monogram and not a mint mark.)

Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 12/2011:

No mint mark (Philadelphia):

Very worn condition - $32

Moderately worn - $39

Slightly worn - $52

Almost no wear - $409

Uncirculated - $2,310 to $456,250 depending on quality

"O" mint mark (New Orleans):

Very worn - $32

Moderately worn - $33

Slightly worn - $33

Almost no wear - $36

Uncirculated - $47 to $12,810

"S" mint mark (San Francisco):

Very worn - $36

Moderately worn - $39

Slightly worn - $45

Almost no wear - $182

Uncirculated - $450 to $12,810

These coins are most often called Morgan dollars after their designer, George T. Morgan.

DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary significantly due to changes in the precious metals market. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.

FAQ's about Morgan dollarsE Pluribus Unum

The motto E Pluribus Unum (Latin for "Out of Many, One") is on ALL $1 coins minted since 1878 so that's not specific enough to ID any one coin.

Silver Eagles

Silver eagles are bullion coins minted since 1986 for sale to collectors but not for spending. Morgan dollars were made for use in ordinary circulation just like dimes and quarters

AnswerYour coin is popularly called a Morgan dollar after its designer. The "O" is a mint mark (not a stamp) indicating that it was struck in New Orleans.