Morgan Silver Dollar melt value
United States, 1878–1921. Contains 0.77344 troy oz of pure silver. The value below updates with the live spot price.
Specifications
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Years | 1878–1921 |
| Denomination | Dollar |
| Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
| Total weight | 26.73 g |
| Purity | .900 (90% silver) |
| Pure silver | 24.057 g (0.77344 troy oz) |
| Diameter | 38.1 mm |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Obverse design | George T. Morgan |
| Reverse design | George T. Morgan |
| Face value | $1.00 |
| Standard roll / tube | 20 coins |
Covers the original 1878–1921 coins. The 2021 and later Morgan dollars are .999 silver collector issues.
Specifications: U.S. Mint records and Smithsonian National Numismatic Collection.
Common questions
How much silver is in a Morgan Silver Dollar?
A Morgan Silver Dollar contains 0.77344 troy ounces (24.057 grams) of pure silver. It weighs 26.73 grams in total and is .900 fine.
How is the melt value of a Morgan Silver Dollar calculated?
Multiply the pure silver content (0.77344 troy oz) by the current silver spot price. The calculator on this page does this automatically with live prices.
Is a Morgan Silver Dollar worth more than melt value?
Often, yes. Scarce dates, certain mint marks and coins in high grade sell to collectors for more than their metal content. Common circulated examples usually trade close to melt. Check the date and mint mark before selling.
Related melt values
Melt value is an estimate of metal content at spot price. It is not an offer, appraisal or measure of collector value.