1891-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 AU Almost Uncirculated

### 1891-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 AU Almost Uncirculated A scarce and highly desirable Carson City issue, the **1891-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 Almost Uncirculated** represents a premium collectible from one of the most iconic U.S. coin series. Struck at the legendary Carson City Mint, this coin is composed of .900 fine silver with an actual silver weight of 0.7734 troy oz. Graded Almost Uncirculated, it retains strong detail with only slight wear on the highest points, offering an excellent balance between quality and value. The Morgan Silver Dollar, first introduced in 1878, was authorized under the Bland-Allison Act to support the use of silver in U.S. coinage. Designed by George T. Morgan, the coin quickly became a symbol of American commerce and expansion during the late 19th century. The 1891-CC issue comes from the historic Carson City Mint in Nevada, which was closely tied to the Comstock Lode silver discoveries. Coins bearing the “CC” mintmark are among the most sought-after in the series due to their lower mintages and strong connection to the American Old West. By 1891, the Morgan Dollar series was approaching the end of its initial production run (which paused in 1904), making later Carson City issues particularly appealing to collectors. The combination of limited production, Western heritage, and increasing demand has made CC-mint Morgans a cornerstone of many advanced collections. **Coin Specifications:** - Contains 0.7734 troy oz of .900 silver - Almost Uncirculated condition - Struck by the [**US Mint**](file:///government-mints/us-mint) at the Carson City facility (CC mintmark) - Face value of $1 USD backed by the US government - Individual coins come in protective plastic coin flips - **Obverse:** Depicts Lady Liberty with “LIBERTY” on her headband, 13 stars, “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” and the and the mintage year “1891.” - **Reverse:** Showcases a bald eagle with an olive branch and arrows, plus “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA,“ "IN GOD WE TRUST,” and the denomination Add this **1891-CC Morgan Silver Dollar $1 AU Almost Uncirculated** to your collection to own a premium Carson City issue that combines strong eye appeal, historical significance, and lasting demand. You can also explore and purchase additional **[Morgan](file:///buy-silver/junk-silver/morgan-silver-dollar%3Fcategory_id=621)** and **[Peace Silver Dollars](file:///buy-silver/junk-silver/peace-dollar)** to further expand and strengthen your silver coin portfolio. **You may also like:** - [**1921 Morgan Silver Dollar VG-XF**](file:///1921-morgan-silver-dollar-vg-xf) - [**2025 Morgan Silver Dollar PCGS MS 70 FS**](file:///2025-morgan-silver-dollar-pcgs-ms-70-fs) - [**2025 Morgan and Peace Silver Dollar 2-Coin Set PCGS MS 70 FS (Morgan/Peace)**](file:///2025-morgan-and-peace-silver-dollar-2-coin-set-pcgs-ms-70-fs-morgan-peace)