Historic first-year Morgan dollar from Carson City mint with 90% silver content

.900 fine silver United States Morgan dollar coin dated 1878 with the "CC" (Carson City) mint mark. This specimen displays the classic Liberty head obverse and eagle reverse designs by George T. Morgan that would define American silver dollar coinage for decades.

This historically significant coin represents the first year of Morgan dollar production at the Carson City Mint. The Morgan dollar was authorized by the Bland-Allison Act of 1878, which required the Treasury to purchase silver for dollar coin production following the "Crime of '73" demonetization controversy. Carson City mint marks are particularly sought after by collectors due to their limited production numbers compared to other mints.

Condition Notes: Coin shows moderate circulation wear with dark toning throughout. Liberty's hairlines remain partially intact with some flattening on high points. Eagle's breast feathers show expected wear. No evidence of cleaning or damage beyond normal circulation. Refer to the pictures and in person inspection for condition.