1902-S Morgan Dollar MS-64 PCGS

Imagine stepping back to 1902, a time when America was truly expanding, pushing westward, and the Wild West was still very much alive. That’s the era this gorgeous 1902-S Morgan Dollar comes from, a true silver "cartwheel" that circulated during a pivotal time in U.S. history. Designed by the talented George T. Morgan, this dollar isn't just a coin; it's a snapshot of a vibrant past.

The obverse of this dollar features Lady Liberty, beautifully rendered by Morgan, who famously used Philadelphia schoolteacher Anna Willess Williams as his model. She's depicted wearing a Phrygian cap, adorned with symbols of America's agricultural roots: cotton and wheat. Flip it over to the reverse, and you'll find a majestic bald eagle, wings spread, clutching both an olive branch for peace and arrows for strength—a powerful representation of the young nation. This particular coin was struck at the famous San Francisco Mint, denoted by the "S" mint mark. The San Francisco Mint, often called "The Granite Lady," played a vital role in coining the wealth from the California Gold Rush and stood strong even after the devastating 1906 earthquake.

With a mintage of just 1,530,000 pieces, the 1902-S Morgan Dollar is considered a "semi-key" date, making it a bit tougher to find, especially in higher uncirculated grades like this one. While some examples from this year might show lighter strikes or a "greasy" luster, this coin has been professionally graded MS-64 by PCGS, a testament to its excellent condition and preservation over more than a century. It boasts a substantial weight of 26.73 grams, with a pure silver content of 0.7734 troy ounces, minted from .900 fine silver. With a diameter of 38.1 mm and a thickness of 3.1 mm, this isn't just a beautiful coin; it's a tangible link to an exciting period of American growth and artistry, perfect for any collector looking for a solid piece of numismatic history.