1879-CC Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS-64+

The 1879-CC Morgan Dollar is one of the most sought-after early issues from the Carson City Mint, and this exceptional NGC MS-64+ example sits squarely in the top tier of surviving pieces. With brilliant luster, crisp detail, and a premium visual presence, it represents an elite-quality Carson City dollar suitable for the advanced collector. The plus grade underscores its superior eye appeal and technical sharpness over typical MS-64 pieces.

Struck during the height of Nevada’s silver boom, the 1879-CC holds a special place in the Morgan Dollar series. The Carson City Mint operated on a limited scale, producing far fewer coins than the major Eastern facilities. As a result, every CC-minted Morgan holds historical significance-tied to the Comstock Lode, westward expansion, and the rugged frontier culture that shaped America’s economic development. Surviving Mint State examples from this early CC year are particularly scarce and always in strong demand.

The obverse displays George T. Morgan’s portrait of Liberty with excellent strike strength, showing full hair detail, frosted devices, and smooth, brilliant fields. The luster is vibrant and flowing, giving the coin strong eye appeal. On the reverse, the eagle is sharply defined with full feather detail and bold wreath elements, reflecting an unusually crisp strike for an early Carson City issue. Both sides exhibit clean, well-preserved surfaces that justify the earned “plus” designation.

Graded MS-64+ by NGC, this coin offers a level of quality bordering on Gem without the steep price jump associated with full MS-65 grades. The surfaces are fresh and original, the marks minimal, and the overall presentation is significantly above average for the issue. Collectors familiar with CC dollars will immediately recognize how well this example stands out.

As one of the most important early CC dates, the 1879-CC anchors many Carson City sets and is an essential component of any high-end Morgan Dollar collection. Coins of this caliber rarely remain available for long, especially with such outstanding eye appeal and superior Mint State preservation.

A premium choice for the serious Morgan collector or anyone seeking a standout Carson City dollar.
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