Morgan Dollar Key Dates
- 1893-S — $4,000+ (G). The undisputed king. 100,000 mintage.
- 1895 (Proof only) — $30,000+. No business strikes known.
- 1889-CC — $500+ (G). Scarce Carson City issue.
- 1879-CC — $200+ (G). Early CC date.
- 1892-S — $150+ (G). Rare in Mint State.
- 1894 — $100+ (G). Low Philadelphia mintage.
- 1903-O — Common in MS (Treasury hoard) but scarce circulated. $300+ in G, $400 in MS-63.
Peace Dollar Key Dates
- 1928 — $300+ (VF). Only 360,649 minted at Philadelphia.
- 1921 High Relief — $100+ (VF). First-year high relief design.
- 1934-S — $30+ (VF), $3,000+ (MS-65). Major condition rarity.
Trade Dollar Key Dates
- 1878-CC — $400+ (VF). Last Carson City Trade dollar.
- 1884 and 1885 Proof only — $100,000+. Only 10 and 5 known respectively.
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Reviewed on February 21, 2026 by the US Coin Shows editorial team. Editorial policy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most valuable Morgan dollar?
The 1893-S ($4,000+ in Good, mintage 100,000) is the most valuable regular issue. The 1895 Proof-only ($30,000+) is called the King of Morgan Dollars.
What is the key date Peace dollar?
The 1928 with only 360,649 minted at Philadelphia. Worth $300+ in VF.
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