The value of an 1889 one dollar coin depends on several factors, primarily its mint mark and condition.
Here’s a breakdown of approximate values based on available data:
- Mint Mark:
– “CC” (Carson City): These are by far the rarest and most valuable, with a mintage of only 350,000. An 1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar in circulated condition can be worth between $425 and $22,000, while uncirculated examples can reach as high as $1,200,000.
– “O” (New Orleans): These are also relatively scarce in high grades. The mintage was 11,875,000. In circulated condition, they range from $45.50 to $225, with uncirculated coins fetching up to $45,000.
– “S” (San Francisco): The mintage for this mint was 700,000. Values range from $40 to $70 in good condition and can reach $30,000+ in uncirculated condition.
– No mint mark (Philadelphia): These are the most common, with a mintage of 21,726,000. Values typically range from $45.50 to $63 in circulated condition, and up to $35,500 in pristine, uncirculated condition.
- Condition: Coins are graded on a scale from Good (G) to Mint State (MS). Higher grades typically correspond to higher values. Key points include:
– Circulated: Coins that have been used in commerce and show signs of wear.
– Uncirculated (Mint State): Coins that have never been used in circulation and retain their original mint luster.
– Proof: These are specially struck coins for collectors and are typically more valuable than business strike coins, [according to BOLD Precious Metals].
- [1889 Cc Morgan Silver Dollar Gorgeous Rare Key Anacs Genuine Mint] : $26,500 (ANACS certified, uncirculated).
- [1889 CC Morgan Dollar AU Details PCGS] : $7,000 (PCGS graded, About Uncirculated).
- [1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar VF30] : $2,750 (NGC certified, Very Fine 30).
- [1889 Morgan Silver Dollar from the Philadelphia Mint] : $117 – $124 (Extra Fine to Very Good condition).
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1889 Cc Morgan Silver Dollar Gorgeous Rare Key Anacs Genuine Mint $26,500.00]
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1889 CC Morgan Dollar AU Details PCGS $7,000.00]
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1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 Carson City Coin – Certified NGC VF30 $2,750.00]
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1889-morgan Condition Silver Dollar From Philadelphia Mint 030525-03 $79.75]
Note: The value of coins can fluctuate over time due to market demand and other factors. It’s always best to consult with a reputable coin dealer or authenticator for a precise valuation of your specific coin.
How do I know if my 1889 silver dollar is CC?
Thanks for asking. So if we flip it over on the reverse. You can see just below the eagle. Below that wreath there are two letters CC which stands for Carson. City. Now many of you might not realize.
How much is a dollar in 1889 worth today?
Great question! Value of $1 from 1889 to 2025
$1 in 1889 is equivalent in purchasing power to about $34.94 today, an increase of $33.94 over 136 years. The dollar had an average inflation rate of 2.65% per year between 1889 and today, producing a cumulative price increase of 3,394.18%.
What makes a 1889 silver dollar rare today?
Rarity of the Morgan Silver Dollar is limited to the Errors and proof coins, since the normal ones were struck more than enough. The 1889 morgan silver dollars have a list of errors that includes: Off-center. Double or incomplete strike.
What is the error on the 1889 Morgan silver dollar?
Thanks for asking. Clashed Dies : Clashed die errors occur when the obverse and reverse dies strike each other without a planchet in between, leaving impressions from one die on the other. A popular example is the 1889-P Morgan Silver Dollar with a clashed “E” visible on the reverse.