An antique 1896 Morgan Dollar, struck at the New Orleans Mint and composed of .900 fine silver. The Morgan Dollar series, first issued in 1878, is one of the most iconic in American numismatic history, often evoking the spirit of the Wild West.
Designed by George T. Morgan (1845–1925), a British engraver who later became Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, the coin remains his most celebrated achievement.
Dimensions
Diameter: 38.1 mm
Weight: 26 g
Specifications
Year: 1896
Mint: New Orleans (“O” mintmark)
Country: United States
Metal: Silver (.900 fineness, 90% silver, 10% copper)
Designer: George T. Morgan
Obverse (Front)
Portrait of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, adorned with wheat and cotton
Inscriptions: “Liberty”, “E Pluribus Unum”, and date “1896”
Reverse (Back)
Bald eagle with outstretched wings clutching arrows and olive branch
Surrounded by wreath
Inscriptions: “United States of America”, “In God We Trust”, “One Dollar”, and mintmark “O”
Condition Report
Pre-owned; good condition with minor wear, surface marks, and light dings consistent with circulation. Please see images for further details.
An antique 1896 Morgan Dollar, struck at the New Orleans Mint and composed of .900 fine silver. The Morgan Dollar series, first issued in 1878, is one of the most iconic in American numismatic history, often evoking the spirit of the Wild West.
Designed by George T. Morgan (1845–1925), a British engraver who later became Chief Engraver of the U.S. Mint, the coin remains his most celebrated achievement.
Dimensions
Diameter: 38.1 mm
Weight: 26 g
Specifications
Year: 1896
Mint: New Orleans (“O” mintmark)
Country: United States
Metal: Silver (.900 fineness, 90% silver, 10% copper)
Designer: George T. Morgan
Obverse (Front)
Portrait of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, adorned with wheat and cotton
Inscriptions: “Liberty”, “E Pluribus Unum”, and date “1896”
Reverse (Back)
Bald eagle with outstretched wings clutching arrows and olive branch
Surrounded by wreath
Inscriptions: “United States of America”, “In God We Trust”, “One Dollar”, and mintmark “O”
Condition Report
Pre-owned; good condition with minor wear, surface marks, and light dings consistent with circulation. Please see images for further details.
