1880-O $1 MS(PCGS#7114)

Spring 2026 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3067

Grade

MS65

Price

16,800

Lot Description

Here is a stunning example of this leading condition rarity from the earliest years of the Morgan dollar series. A rich array of deep, vivid colors dazzle across both sides. Sharply struck and lustrous throughout with very strong eye appeal for an issue that is typically offered no finer than MS-64. This Gem PCGS MS-65 ranks among the most desirable survivors of a conditionally challenged Morgan dollar issue.<p>The 1880-O was not widely represented in the Treasury Department releases of the 1960s and it remains a surprising condition rarity compared to the surrounding issues. More than 5.3 million 1880-O dollars were struck in New Orleans and just about 120,000 Uncirculated examples remain for today's collectors. The vast majority of these are in grades of MS-63 or lower due to significant bag marks and other signs of improper storage. The 1880-O becomes a significant challenge in MS-64 and is rare at the Gem level with only about 100 coins known. With beautiful toning and superior surface quality, this piece is surely a significant prize for PCGS Set Registry participants.