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<h2>Jaime Hernandez</h2><p>1921 is the last year in which the Mint struck Morgan Silver Dollars. The coins were struck from the large and famous Nevada Silver discovery, the Comstock Lode.</p><p>The 1921-D Morgan Dollar is also the only Morgan Silver Dollar that was struck at the Denver Mint. Despite being the last year of the Morgan Dollar it is also the only year in which you can obtain an example from each three different Mints. Which are the 1921 Philadephia, Denver and San Francisco Morgan Dollars.</p><h2>Q. David Bowers</h2>The following narrative, with minor editing, is from my "Silver Dollars & Trade Dollars of the United States: A Complete Encyclopedia" (Wolfeboro, NH: Bowers and Merena Galleries, Inc., 1993). <br/><br/>Commentary: The 1921-D Morgan dollar is distinctive as the only Denver Mint coin of this design. A set of Morgan dollars from the different mints included Philadelphia, Carson City, New Orleans, San Francisco, and, now, Denver. The D mintmark is tiny on all issues; Micro D. Some coins were struck from die(s) with the D shallowly impressed; the mintmark is scarcely visible. <br/><br/>In keeping with Philadelphia Mint coins, 1921-D dollars were struck from redesigned shallow-relief dies. <br/><br/>Hoard coins: Vast quantities of Mint State 1921-D dollars were released in the 1950s and early 1960s. The issue was considered common, and most dealers did not desire to buy them. Today, original mintsealed bags are few and far between, but the coins themselves are common. However, far fewer Mint State 1921-D dollars exist than do 1921 Philadelphia Issues.<br/>Circulated grades: In worn grades, 1921-D dollars are exceedingly common. AU coins are difficult to distinguish from MS-60. An estimated 1.5 to three million circulated pieces survive.<br/><br/>Mint State grades: The typical Mint State coin is in lower grades such as MS-60, 61, or 62, and is an average strike, but some are well struck. As the dies were in shallow relief, a sharp strike is not as distinctive as one of the earlier 1878-1904 era. The surfaces are often frosty and lustrous, a point in their favor. As is the case with 1921 Philadelphia Mint Morgan dollars, a certified 1921-D is apt to have a poor aesthetic appearance. <br/><br/>I suggest these estimates: MS-60 to 62, 750,000 to 1,500,000; MS-63, 200,000 to 400,000; MS-64, 50,000 to 100,000; MS-65 or better (per current interpretations), 10,000 to 20,000.<br/><br/>Prooflike coins: What the certification services call PL coins are rare, unlike their Philadelphia Mint counterparts. Semi-prooflike pieces are occasionally seen; these sometimes have frosted designs. So called DMPL coins are scarer than PLs. Read what I have to say under 1921 Prooflike coins; the same thoughts apply here.<br/><br/>Engraved field pieces: See extensive commentaries by Norman M. Davis and Walter H. Breen under Additional Information below, for data concerning 1921-D dollars engraved in the field, a typical inscription being 9TH DOLLAR RELEASED FROM 1ST 100/ EVER COINED AT DENVER MINT / THOMAS ANNEAR, SUPT.<br/><br/>Varieties <br/><br/>REDESIGNED DIES: SHALLOW RELIEF <br/><br/>Business strikes:<br/><br/>1-2. 16 Berries in reverse wreath, Micro D:Breen-5709; Raised round dot in field: Breen-5710, many dot sizes (see VAM, p. 125). VAM-4 has multiple dots. Some 1921-Ds have the S in TRUST filled in. Many minor positional varieties. All are Van Allen and Mallis Reverse D-2.<br/><br/>Dies prepared: Obverse: At least 30; Reverse: At least 30. The true number is probably over 100 die pairs. <br/><br/>Business strike mintage: 20,345,000 <br/><br/>Estimated quantity melted: Many millions under the Silver Act of 1942 and later melts. <br/><br/>Availability of prooflike coins: Prooflike coins are scarce, but because they are usually unattractive there has been very little demand for them. So-called DMPL coins are scarcer yetProduct Identifiers
DesignerGeorge T. Morgan
eBay Product ID (ePID)170419372
Product Key Features
Strike TypeBusiness
Mint LocationDenver, Colorado, Denver
Composition90% Silver, 10% Copper
Year1921
Dimensions
Weight26.73g
Additional Product Features
Mintage2345
MintDenver
Denomination$1
PCGS Number7298
Diameter38.1mm
Mint MarkD
EdgeReeded
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- 08 Dec, 2015
Good features.
The Morgan dollar was minted in Denver one year only in 1921. The number minted that year in Denver was 20,345,000. The Morgan dollar consists of 90% Silver and 10% Copper and weighs 26.73 grams. Based on the price of Silver and Copper on December 8, 2015 the Morgan dollar melt down value is $10.9443. This is the price that coin dealers consider when buying or selling coins. The true value of the coin depends on the collectible value for the person adding to their coin collection. There are still a lot of Morgan dollars out there in the coin world and the value will continue to go up and down just like an elevator. Just depends on how much the collector wants to pay.Verified purchase: Yes
- 31 Mar, 2016
Comstock Lode
Some silver dug from Nevada's blockbuster Comstock mine by REAL Americans was smelted and re-minted in the Denver Mint, sending a message that hard currency from the West is tender that retains it's value.Verified purchase: Yes
- 18 Mar, 2016
silver value
only collectors, now the true value of rare coins. coins make you feel good, and the beauty they offer makes the hobby one of the best joys in life.Verified purchase: Yes
- 03 May, 2018
history in your hand
my collection of coins allow me to travel back to a period of time in our history. I enjoy this coin regardless of the rise and fall of the price of silver. I will be proud to pass down these coins to my family after I am gone.Verified purchase: Yes
- 02 Mar, 2018
1921D Morgan Dollar
I just purchased 5 coins and they were all very well represented. I will sure be looking to buy again. ThanksVerified purchase: Yes
- 05 Nov, 2018
1921 D Morgan
A beautiful example of America’s history in coins especially the iconic wagon wheel of the old west! I love the Morgan silver dollars!Verified purchase: Yes
- 16 Jan, 2019
Got a great coin then U got it here!!
A great coin to have. I will pass it onto my Grand Daughter.Verified purchase: Yes
- 08 May, 2018
Great deal and quality dealer
Very nice product. Quality dealer. Will definitely buy again from this dealer. Many thanks for a good deal.Verified purchase: Yes
- 07 Sep, 2017
Morgan Dollar
Nice looking coin. Great price. Good addition. Great addition to collection.Verified purchase: Yes
- 09 Mar, 2017
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