1900 Morgan Silver Dollar
The 1900-O Morgan Dollar (Buy on eBay) was the highest mintage issue for this year of the series at the turn of the century. With production taking place at the New Orleans Mint, the total mintage reached 12,590,000 pieces. This individually as well as cumulative topped the production, which took place during the same year at the Philadelphia and San Francisco facilities.
- Like many dollars of the era, 1900-O Morgan Silver Dollars were not needed when they were minted. Many were relegated to long-term storage. Bags dribbled out of storage starting in the 1930s, with a much larger dispersal in 1962 to 1964 when hundreds of thousands of 1900-O dollars entered the marketplace. Many dollars were destroyed during private silver melts in the late 1970s.
- USA Coin Book Estimated Value of 1900-O Morgan Silver Dollar is Worth $35 in Average Condition and can be Worth $61 to $205 or more in Uncirculated (MS+) Mint Condition. Click here to Learn How to use Coin Price Charts. Also, click here to Learn About Grading Coins. The Melt Value shown below is how Valuable the Coin's Metal is Worth (bare minimum value of coin).
Due to the higher mintage and survival rate, this issue remains readily available across all grade levels, with even gem examples available for less than $200.
The 1900-O Morgan dollar could be a poster child for 'common date Morgans'. Of the massive original mintage or more than 12 and a half million coins, it is estimated that fully 10% survived the various government and private meltings. Detailed information about the coin 1 Dollar 'Morgan Dollar', United States, with pictures and collection and swap management: mintage, descriptions, metal, weight, size, value and other numismatic data. 1801-1900 (9 th edition). Krause Publications, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA. It is based on a price of silver at. 1900 O/CC OMM Extra Fine XF Morgan Silver US Dollar $1. +$5.02 shipping. 1900 O/CC OMM Extra Fine XF Morgan Silver US Dollar $1.
A notable variety is the 1900-O/CC Morgan Dollar. It is estimated that this over-mintmark represents about 10% of the overall mintage. These coins are in steady demand due to their listing in the Red Book.
1900-O Morgan Dollar Mintage and Specifications
- Mintage: 12,590,000
- Mint mark: O (New Orleans)
- Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
- Weight: 26.73 grams
- Diameter: 38.1 mm
The 1900 Morgan silver dollars have value as both numismatic coins and as silver bullion. Keep reading to learn more about these coins.
Specifications
Type: Morgan Silver Dollar
Year: 1900
Face Value: $1.00
Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
Silver Weight: .77344 oz.
Total Weight: 26.73 grams
Current Silver Bullion Value: $21.07
The US minted the the 1900 silver dollar with no mint mark and also the 1900 O silver dollar and 1900 S silver dollar. The mint mark, when present, can be found on the reverse side of the coin below the wreath.
| Series | Location | Quantity Minted |
|---|---|---|
| 1900 | Philadelphia | 8,830,000 |
| 1900 O | New Orleans | 12,590,000 |
| 1900 S | San Francisco | 3,540,000 |
Value
This coin in circulated condition is worth at least its weight in silver. The silver melt value for this coin is $21.07 as of February 09, 2021. This melt value is calculated from the current silver spot price of $27.25 per ounce.
The 1900 silver dollar with no mint mark and the 1900 O silver dollar have similar values. Each coin is worth around $30 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $33. In uncirculated condition the price is around $45 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $120.
The 1900 S silver dollar is worth around $45 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $55. In uncirculated condition the price is around $290 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $1,300.
Proof coins with no mint mark are available and they are each valued at around $3,000 in PR 63 condition. There were only 912 proof coins minted.
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1900 Morgan Silver Dollar Philadelphia Mint
O Over CC Error Coins
There is an overlap error for the 1900 O silver dollar. For this error coin, the O mintmark is minted over a CC mintmark. The 1900 O silver dollar O over CC error coin is worth around $80 in very fine condition. In extremely fine condition the value is around $115. In uncirculated condition the price is around $300 for coins with an MS 60 grade. Uncirculated coins with a grade of MS 65 can sell for around $1,850.
Grading System
Very fine- Two thirds of Liberty's hair lines from above her forehead to her ear are visible.
Extremely fine- Liberty's hair lines and ear look strong.
MS 60 uncirculated- There are no signs of wear. The coin has luster, but there may be a few stains, abrasions, or surface marks.
MS 65 gem uncirculated- There is strong luster and eye appeal. A few light contact marks are present but they are barely noticeable.
PR 63 proof- This coin has reflective surfaces and only a few blemishes away from the major focal points. There are no major flaws.
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See also:
1900 Morgan Silver Dollar Price Guide
1901 Silver Dollar
1899 Silver Dollar
1898 Silver Dollar