1896-O $1 MS(PCGS#7242)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auktionator

Stack's Bowers

Losnummer

3085

Erhaltungsgrad

MS64

Preis

21.600

Losbeschreibung

A superior example of this challenging New Orleans Mint issue. The strike is above average in an 1896-O dollar, showing emerging definition to the hair curls over Liberty's ear and the eagle's breast feathers. Luster quality is also notable with a soft satin texture that is smooth enough to support the coveted Choice rating from PCGS. Attractively toned with golden peripheral highlights to otherwise dominant antique silver patina. This gorgeous coin would serve as a highlight in an advanced Morgan dollar set, as only three have been graded finer by PCGS.<p>With a mintage figure of nearly 5 million pieces, examples up through Choice About Uncirculated can be obtained with minimal effort and expenditure. In spite of the liberal production figure, the vast majority of coins were subjected to circulation and relatively few pieces were hoarded in Treasury vaults. Choice Mint State pieces are relatively elusive in the marketplace, with true Gems remaining virtually unobtainable. The present MS-64 represents a significant find for the discerning collector specializing in America's favorite silver dollar series.