Book Highlights
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Comprehensive Guide: Covers the entire Morgan dollar series (1878–1904, 1921, and centennial 2021), with detailed history, mint-by-mint breakdowns, and design evolution
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Trends, Pricing & Grading: Offers updated retail values across 14 grade levels, with fresh certification data and market analysis for every date and mintmark
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Variety & Error Identification: Includes a dedicated guide to major die varieties (VAMs), proof vs. business strikes, and error coins (e.g., off-center, doubled dies)
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Counterfeits & Authentication: Updated appendix on counterfeit detection, featuring insights from expert Beth Deisher
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Enhanced Visuals: Richly illustrated—features full-color photos of key issues, toned examples, proof coins, and error pieces
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2021 Morgan Overview: Includes discussion of the modern 2021-released Morgan anniversary silver dollars
About the Author
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Q. David Bowers, known as the “dean of American numismatics,” is an esteemed numismatic historian. This edition expands his widely respected work on Morgan dollars
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The book is part of Whitman’s authoritative Red Book Series, edited by numismatic experts like Jeff Garrett
