Lot 2896
1880 Morgan Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. Lovely golden toning on both sides with shades of deep purple and steel blue in areas. Only 1,355 proofs struck. Outstanding crisp luster across the radiant mirror surfaces, plus characteristic two-tone effect thrown off by the raised, nicely frosted head of Liberty and eagle. An excellent pick for a collector's Type Set. The marvelous, intricate design of the Morgan dollar is by the Mint's long-time second-in-command, George T. Morgan, who came to the United States from England in 1876 and was hired as an assistant engraver at the Mint in October of that year. Morgan retained his status as second fiddle until the death of the Chief Engraver (Barber) in 1917. Morgan lived on until 1925, one of the longest career employees yet seen at the Mint. Pop 21; 29 finer; 7 in 65; 13 in 66; 7 in 67; 2 in 68. (PCGS # 87315) .
Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500.
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| Realized $4,140 |
