1885-CC $1 Morgan Dollar PCGS MS64

The 1885-CC $1 Morgan Silver Dollar, graded PCGS MS64, is a highly collectible coin with significant numismatic and historical appeal. Here’s a detailed breakdown of this coin:

Coin Details:

• Year: 1885
• Mint: Carson City (CC mintmark)
• Denomination: $1
• Metal Content: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
• Weight: 26.73 grams
• Diameter: 38.1 mm
• Designer: George T. Morgan

Grading Details (PCGS MS64):

• PCGS Grade: Mint State 64 (MS64)
  • A coin in MS64 condition is uncirculated, with an attractive luster and minimal marks or imperfections.
  • Bag marks or small abrasions may be present but are limited in number and unobtrusive to the overall eye appeal.

Carson City Mint Significance:

• The Carson City Mint (CC) produced fewer coins compared to other U.S. mints, making CC coins more desirable and collectible.
• The 1885-CC is particularly noteworthy as it had a relatively low mintage of only 228,000 coins, making it one of the scarcer Morgan Dollars.

Historical Context:

• Morgan Dollars were struck from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921.
• The 1885-CC Morgan Dollar represents the final year of production at the Carson City Mint before it ceased coinage operations.