Look on the back of the coin to see if there's a small mint mark letter above the DO in DOLLAR. It may be blank or there may be a CC, O or S. (The M on the front of the coin is the designer's monogram and not a mint mark.)
Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 05/2011:
No mint mark (Philadelphia):
Very worn condition - $36
Moderately worn - $39
Slightly worn - $40
Almost no wear - $42
Uncirculated - $49 to $15,630 depending on quality
"CC" mint mark (Carson City):
Very worn - $305
Moderately worn - $449
Slightly worn - $483
Almost no wear - $549
Uncirculated - $610 to $40,630
"O" mint mark (New Orleans):
Very worn - $36
Moderately worn - $39
Slightly worn - $40
Almost no wear - $42
Uncirculated - $49 to $6,880
"S" mint mark (San Francisco):
Very worn - $38
Moderately worn - $40
Slightly worn - $40
Almost no wear - $118
Uncirculated - $192 to $31,250
DISCLAIMER: The retail values quoted are the best available as of the date shown, but may vary significantly due to changes in the precious metals market. Also the wholesale (buying) price of a coin will be less than the selling (retail) price. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.
FAQ's about Morgan dollarsE Pluribus UnumThe motto E Pluribus Unum (Latin for "Out of Many, One") is on ALL $1 coins minted since 1878 so that's not specific enough to ID any one coin.
Silver Eagles
Silver eagles are bullion coins minted since 1986 for sale to collectors but not for spending. Morgan dollars were made for use in ordinary circulation just like dimes and quarters.
Money can have various values based on condition and certain stamping. An 1885 Morgan Liberty Head silver dollar can be worth between $20 and $400.
W hat is the value of a 1885 silver dollar
W hat is the value of a 1885 silver dollar
According to the PCGS Price Guide, which is available free online, Its value is $900.00.
Average retail value is $60.00 for the MS-64 grade, the coin is a common date/mint Morgan.
Money can have various values based on condition and certain stamping. An 1885 Morgan Liberty Head silver dollar can be worth between $20 and $400.
The 1885-O Morgan dollar is common, in general values are $32.00-$38.00 depending on grade.
Average retail value is $80.00
W hat is the value of a 1885 silver dollar
W hat is the value of a 1885 silver dollar
According to the PCGS Price Guide, which is available free online, Its value is $900.00.
Average retail value is $60.00 for the MS-64 grade, the coin is a common date/mint Morgan.
Assuming it's circulated and has no mintmark. The 1885 Morgan dollar is a very common Philadelphia Mint issue coin. Value is $30.00 to $39.00 depending on condition.
Retail for 1885 in MS-65 is $200.00
No it's not pure silver, only 90% silver and 10% copper.
Mint State 1885-O Morgans are very common. In the grades of MS-60 to MS-63 retail values are $45.00-$65.00.
1885 is a common date Morgan dollar. Current average retail values for circulated coins are $32.00-$39.00. Uncirculated examples are $42.00 to $65.00 for typical Mint State grade coins.