The 1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar is a standout in American numismatics and a favorite among collectors, thanks to its low mintage and Carson City history. Struck at the Carson City Mint in Nevada during a year of limited production, only 350,000 coins were issued. That small number, paired with the Old West legacy of the mint near the Comstock Lode silver region, makes the 1889-CC a tough date to find in certified condition. Right now, 1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar Coins graded and sealed by a professional service are available from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Arrives in a protective plastic slab!
• 13th issue of Morgan Silver Dollars!
• Final mintage of only 350,000 coins at Carson City!
• Limited availability of certified coins!
• Contains .7734 troy oz of actual silver content.
• Bears a face value of $1 (USD) backed by the federal government.
• Issued a Grade of Very Fine 20 by the Professional Coin Grading Service.
• The obverse features Lady Liberty.
• On the reverse is the heraldic eagle.
• CC mint mark from the Carson City Mint.

Each 1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar Coin offered here comes in a plastic slab with a VF20 grade. Coins in this range fall on the lower end of the Very Fine scale. You’ll notice light to moderate wear across the surfaces, but the main design elements and lettering remain clear and easy to make out. It’s a solid collectible grade that still shows strong character from the original strike.

In 1889, the United States was moving quickly through an era of industrial change while also dealing with economic debate. Railroads, factories, and steel production were fueling growth, especially in urban areas. At the same time, many farmers and silver mining supporters were pushing back against the gold standard and its tight money supply. They felt deflation was hurting crop prices and rural livelihoods, a conflict that helped set the stage for the rise of the Populist movement in the years ahead.

The obverse of 1889-CC Morgan Dollar Coins features a left-profile portrait of Lady Liberty. Created by engraver George T. Morgan in 1878, Liberty wears a Phrygian cap and a laurel wreath, with a coronet crown resting above her brow. The design is detailed yet balanced, and remains one of the most recognized looks in US coinage.

On the reverse of 1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollars, you’ll find the heraldic eagle. Also designed by Morgan, it shows a bold, front-facing bald eagle holding arrows in one talon and an olive branch in the other, symbolizing both strength and peace.

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