Description: Why settle for ordinary when you can find coins that transform a collection into something truly special? We offer a level of insight, trust, and representation that brings peace of mind with every purchase. With our professional representation, every acquisition is more than just a purchase—it’s a journey, weaving together artistry and history. From ancient treasures to modern rarities, our advisors are dedicated to turning your vision into a collection of timeless significance. Discover the enchantment of collecting with those who truly understand the beauty and legacy of each coin. Let’s build something extraordinary together. 1878-P Morgan Silver Dollar $1 - 7 Over 8 Tail Feathers - A Glimpse of America's Gilded AgeDescription:Step into the swirling mists of America's Gilded Age with this remarkable 1878-P Morgan Silver Dollar, a piece that witnessed the very heartbeat of a nation in transformation. This isn't just any Morgan—it’s the famous "7 over 8 Tail Feathers" variety, a fascinating quirk from the first year of Morgan dollar production. The 7/8TF variety stands as a quiet reminder of the U.S. Mint's adaptation and experimentation, a time when precision met art in the pursuit of perfect coinage. This coin was born in the Philadelphia Mint, the historic birthplace of American currency, where some of the nation’s most iconic coins have come to life.Philadelphia, known as the City of Brotherly Love, was also the cradle of American independence and ingenuity. Here, within the echoing halls of the Mint, the 1878 Morgan Dollar was struck as silver flowed in from the rich mines of the American West. The tail feather anomaly—a rare "overstrike" where 7 feathers were mistakenly stamped over 8—is a testament to this era’s bustling pace, a time when coin engravers were racing against time and demand to mint America's silver wealth.Imagine this coin in the pocket of an industrialist, a farmer, or perhaps a visionary dreaming of the Westward Expansion. 1878 was a year filled with notable events: the end of Reconstruction in the South, Alexander Graham Bell’s efforts to establish the first telephone company, and the explosive growth of American railroads that linked coast to coast. Each dollar, each coin like this, was a silent witness to these sweeping changes, exchanged in the lively markets, saloons, and grand parlors of the day.Hold this piece of history and feel its connection to a pivotal era in the American story, when the ideals of freedom and ambition were etched not only in words but in silver. This Morgan Dollar is a relic of resilience and vision, a symbol of a young nation’s bold strides toward a future of limitless possibility. Embrace this treasure, and let it transport you to a time when each coin carried with it a touch of mystery and the spirit of the American dream. This coin is AU and comes as you see pictured (actual photos of the coin you will receive) Thank you for your interest in our items, please contact us if you have any questions. Our company deals in all types of various coins, collectibles and related merchandise, check out our other listings for more great items! We only ship to the 50 States, no exceptions.
Price: 199.99 USD
Location: Sarasota, FL
End Time: 2024-12-04T21:30:08.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Composition: Silver
Strike Type: Business
Fineness: 0.9
Grade: Ungraded
Certification: RAW
Coin Id: PCGS-7070
Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Denomination: $1
Coin: Morgan
Year: 1878
Mint Location: Philadelphia
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States