1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar United States Coin

Updated September 3, 2026

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Lot number	181
Category	Coins & Currency
Auction	September 17th, 2026 Gold Silver Coins Sports Cards Knifes
Date	September 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction house	Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
Location	Coralville, Iowa

1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar United States Coin 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar United States Coin This 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar features the classic George T. Morgan design, showcasing Lady Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse. Struck at the San Francisco Mint, this coin displays the characteristic S mint mark located above the DOLLAR denomination. The piece exhibits dark, natural toning and circulation wear consistent with an uncertified silver coin from this era. The surfaces show significant character with deep patination throughout the fields and across the high points of the hair, crown, and eagle's wings. This vintage United States silver dollar represents a key piece of 19th-century American coinage history. 1881-S Morgan Silver Dollar United States Coin Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition with noticeable surface wear and heavy toning or environmental residue across both the obverse and reverse. The details in Liberty's hair and the eagle's breast feathers show smoothing. There are visible contact marks and dark spots of oxidation, particularly around the legends and within the recessed areas of the design. The mint mark is identified as S for the San Francisco Mint. The metal content for this series is 90% silver and 10% copper. Historically, the Morgan Dollar was designed by George T. Morgan and minted following the passage of the Bland-Allison Act. This is a business strike type coin. The specific numeric grade is unknown as it is not professionally graded by a third-party service in the provided image. Morgan Silver Dollar, 1881, United States, One Dollar, Lady Liberty, American Eagle, Silver Coin, Numismatics, Antique Currency, Coin Collecting, Obverse and Reverse, Vintage Money 1881 Morgan Silver Dollar, rare coins, numismatics, US silver dollars, antique currency, collectible coins, 1881 silver dollar, Morgan dollar value, silver bullion, American coinage IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auct

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