Price Guide for 1890 Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $8.00 – $2,700.00Uncirculated: $15.00 – $29,900.00
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eBayCirculated: $18.50 – $175.00Uncirculated: $16.72 – $3,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $30.00 – $70.00Uncirculated: $75.00 – $15,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $13.00 – $15,000.00Uncirculated: $3.00 – $17,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $22.39 – $295.00Uncirculated: $29.76 – $7,365.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $30.00 – $125.00Uncirculated: $100.00 – $20,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2.75 – $6,000.00Uncirculated: $178.00 – $58,750.00
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eBayCirculated: $51.00 – $750.00Uncirculated: $162.00 – $10,070.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $140.00 – $740.00Uncirculated: $825.00 – $60,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $3.50 – $7,500.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $22,800.00
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eBayCirculated: $16.50 – $365.00Uncirculated: $26.00 – $6,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $30.00 – $70.00Uncirculated: $100.00 – $37,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $2,400.00Uncirculated: $47.00 – $10,281.25
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eBayCirculated: $57.95 – $180.50Uncirculated: $40.00 – $1,675.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $110.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $32.00 – $7,000.00Uncirculated: $483.00 – $27,025.00
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eBayCirculated: $77.00 – $1,650.00Uncirculated: $1,125.00 – $6,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $140.00 – $1,600.00Uncirculated: $1,700.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $94.00 – $960.00Uncirculated: $1,200.00 – $13,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $74.00 – $935.00Uncirculated: $1,053.00 – $4,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $175.00 – $1,600.00Uncirculated: $1,750.00 – $45,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $633.00 – $4,888.00Uncirculated: $4.40 – $47,150.00
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eBayCirculated: $1,985.00Uncirculated: $1,392.90 – $7,493.75
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,050.00 – $1,800.00Uncirculated: $2,200.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $196.00 – $11,000.00Uncirculated: $180.00 – $78,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $533.00 – $14,321.23
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,075.00 – $17,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $300.00Uncirculated: $51.00 – $27,600.00
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eBayUncirculated: $146.94 – $19,500.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $185.00 – $20,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $84.00Uncirculated: $1,020.00
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eBayUncirculated: $72.00 – $316.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $43.08Uncirculated: $46.00 – $5,280.00
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eBayCirculated: $117.00Uncirculated: $42.00 – $1,550.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $150.00 – $26,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $81.00 – $22,425.00
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eBayCirculated: $42.29Uncirculated: $37.09 – $1,881.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $275.00 – $22,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $34.00Uncirculated: $39.00 – $325.00
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eBayUncirculated: $84.00 – $305.55
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eBayUncirculated: $67.52
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eBayUncirculated: $129.95
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eBayUncirculated: $50.99 – $85.00
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eBayCirculated: $33.55Uncirculated: $150.00 – $184.99
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eBayCirculated: $24.04Uncirculated: $48.91
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eBayUncirculated: $41.00
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eBayCirculated: $48.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $170.00 – $367.78Uncirculated: $250.00 – $21,850.00
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eBayUncirculated: $411.00 – $4,750.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $850.00 – $45,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,265.00 – $6,462.50
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $1,850.00 – $13,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,990.00 – $23,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3,650.00 – $14,000.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,000.00 – $23,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,560.00 – $19,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3,075.00 – $8,743.75
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eBayCirculated: $349.99Uncirculated: $3,770.00
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eBayCirculated: $55.00 – $169.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $504.00 – $1,680.00
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eBayCirculated: $9.99 – $199.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $200.00 – $775.00Uncirculated: $825.00 – $2,850.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $504.00Uncirculated: $2,280.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,020.00 – $1,320.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $900.00 – $1,500.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $516.00Uncirculated: $456.00 – $1,527.50
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eBayCirculated: $155.08 – $265.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,320.00
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eBayCirculated: $50.00 – $210.00Uncirculated: $610.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $100.00Uncirculated: $1,140.00 – $6,600.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3,540.00
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eBayCirculated: $77.05 – $229.94
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $95.00
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eBayCirculated: $87.00 – $820.10
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,092.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $120.00Uncirculated: $540.00 – $1,080.00
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eBayCirculated: $92.00 – $300.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $1,200.00 – $4,000.00Uncirculated: $115.00 – $16,800.00
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eBayUncirculated: $273.00 – $2,195.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $200.00 – $40,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $180.00
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eBayCirculated: $115.00 – $199.00Uncirculated: $53.00 – $290.00
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eBayUncirculated: $230.50
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eBayCirculated: $16.55 – $177.51
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eBayCirculated: $34.00 – $79.00Uncirculated: $122.50 – $540.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $45.00
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eBayCirculated: $56.89Uncirculated: $120.00
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eBayUncirculated: $1,236.00
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eBayUncirculated: $170.00
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eBayCirculated: $24.05 – $96.10Uncirculated: $150.00
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eBayCirculated: $42.00
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eBayUncirculated: $350.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $49.00 – $86.00Uncirculated: $64.63 – $3,120.00
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eBayCirculated: $35.00 – $149.99Uncirculated: $40.00 – $2,250.00
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eBayCirculated: $35.00 – $83.00
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eBayUncirculated: $160.00
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eBayUncirculated: $78.00 – $176.27
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eBayCirculated: $34.95 – $45.00
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eBayCirculated: $26.77
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $53.00 – $413.00
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eBayCirculated: $28.00 – $900.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $160.98 – $5,500.00Uncirculated: $138.00 – $13,800.00
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eBayUncirculated: $275.00 – $4,988.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $325.00 – $12,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $88.00 – $200.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $336.00
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eBayCirculated: $37.50Uncirculated: $111.59 – $300.00
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eBayUncirculated: $189.99
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eBayUncirculated: $212.60
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eBayCirculated: $43.00Uncirculated: $81.00 – $133.70
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eBayUncirculated: $315.00
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eBayCirculated: $24.57Uncirculated: $1,801.00 – $2,025.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $89.00 – $109.00
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eBayCirculated: $55.00
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eBayCirculated: $62.75Uncirculated: $132.50
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eBayUncirculated: $94.25
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eBayUncirculated: $110.00
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eBayCirculated: $29.00
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eBayCirculated: $50.00 – $91.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,610.00 – $40,250.00
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eBayUncirculated: $3,403.99 – $3,650.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $2,600.00 – $52,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,140.00 – $88,125.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3,200.00 – $145,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,400.00 – $4,080.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4,350.00 – $8,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $2,640.00 – $8,518.75
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4,750.00 – $15,000.00
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eBayCirculated: $121.00 – $207.00
Design and Specifications of the 1890 Dollar
The 1890 Morgan Dollar is part of the iconic Morgan Dollar series, which was minted from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921. This coin was produced during a period of significant silver production in the United States, reflecting the country’s economic and political landscape of the late 19th century.
The Morgan Dollar, named after its designer George T. Morgan, became a symbol of the American West and played a crucial role in the nation’s monetary system during the expansion era.
| Weight | 26.73 grams |
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| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Mint Marks | Philadelphia (no mint mark), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S), Carson City (CC) |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Obverse Design | Liberty Head (Morgan Dollar), designed by George T. Morgan |
| Reverse Design | Eagle with wings spread, designed by George T. Morgan |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of an 1890 Morgan Dollar significantly impacts its value. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are highly sought after by collectors, with premium prices for those grading MS65 or higher.
The Carson City (CC) mint mark is particularly desirable, and well-preserved CC specimens command substantial premiums. For all mint marks, coins with strong strikes, full luster, and minimal contact marks are most valuable.
The presence of attractive toning can also increase a coin’s desirability and value, especially for San Francisco and Carson City issues.
Mintage: 16,802,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Common in lower grades, scarce in MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: Tailbar variety (rare)
Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade specimens
Mintage: 10,701,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None notable
Market Demand: Moderate
Mintage: 8,230,373
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Widely Circulated
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None notable
Market Demand: Moderate
Mintage: 2,309,041
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Rare in MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None notable
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Rarity in high grades is a crucial factor for 1890 Morgan Dollars. While the Philadelphia and New Orleans issues are relatively common in circulated condition, they become scarce in gem uncirculated grades (MS65 and above).
The Carson City issue is the most valuable of the 1890 Morgan Dollars due to its lower mintage and high collector demand for CC mint mark coins. The Tailbar variety from the Philadelphia mint, showing a die scratch from the eagle’s tail to the arrows, is rare and highly sought after by variety collectors.
Market trends, overall coin market conditions, and the historical significance of the Morgan Dollar series also contribute to the value and collectibility of these coins.
