#77 • 1882 Silver Morgan Dollar Philadelphia

Part of Gold and Silver Showcase (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $38.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $100-300 Origin: United States Denomination: One Dollar Year: 1882 Mint: Philadelphia Grade/Condition: Estimated : MS Metal: Silver Weight (+/- 0.2g): 26.7 Grams Additional Description: The 1882 Morgan Silver Dollar from the Philadelphia Mint is a classic mid-series issue, struck during a time of steady silver dollar production under the mandates of the Bland-Allison Act. Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse features a left-facing portrait of Liberty, modeled with classical elements but rooted in an American identity. The reverse presents a stately eagle with wings spread, clutching arrows and an olive branch, a design meant to embody both strength and peace. Struck in 90% silver and 10% copper, the 1882 issue continued the U.S. government's effort to convert massive silver purchases into coinage, much of which remained in Treasury vaults for decades.