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1885 Morgan Silver Dollar obverse in NGC MS 65 PL holder showing Liberty head design and date

1885 Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS 65 PL

1885 Morgan Silver Dollar NGC MS 65 PL - Proof-Like Gem Uncirculated

  • Certified NGC MS 65 PL (Proof-Like) for exceptional field reflectivity
  • Struck in 90% fine silver at the height of Morgan Dollar production
  • Features George T. Morgan's iconic Liberty head obverse design
  • Sealed in a protective NGC tamper-evident holder with certification label
  • Reverse showcases the detailed heraldic eagle and wreath motif
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Specifications

Year
1885
Face Value
$1
Metal
Silver
Fineness
0.900
Grade
MS 65 PL
Grading Service
NGC
Certification Number
293960-008
Designer
George T. Morgan
Country of Origin
United States
SKU
NGC-293960-008
Category
Graded Morgan Silver Dollars
Availability
1 in stock

Description

This 1885 Morgan Silver Dollar has been certified by NGC as MS 65 PL, combining a gem uncirculated grade with the mirrored, proof-like surfaces that collectors seek in this series. Struck in 90% fine silver, the coin displays George T. Morgan's classic Liberty head obverse, framed by stars and the inscription E PLURIBUS UNUM, with the date 1885 boldly rendered below the portrait. The reverse presents the heraldic eagle with outstretched wings, clutching arrows and an olive branch, encircled by a wreath and the denomination ONE DOLLAR. Morgan Dollars remain among the most widely collected series in American numismatics, prized for their historic role in U.S. commerce during the late 19th century and for the artistry of Morgan's design. A proof-like designation at the MS 65 grade level reflects both strong strike quality and cameo-like contrast between the devices and fields, making this example a strong candidate for a type set or a dedicated Morgan Dollar collection. The coin is housed in its original NGC holder, which protects the surfaces from handling and environmental exposure while displaying the grading label with the certification number for easy reference. It arrives ready for secure storage or display.

Frequently asked questions

PL stands for Proof-Like, a designation NGC applies to business-strike coins whose fields exhibit strong mirror-like reflectivity similar to proof coins. Combined with the MS 65 grade, this indicates both excellent surface preservation and above-average die polish characteristics for the 1885 issue.
This coin is struck in 90% fine silver, the standard composition used for U.S. Morgan Dollars minted from 1878 through 1921. The remaining 10% is copper, providing durability for circulation while retaining a high silver content.
The coin is sealed in its original NGC certification holder, a tamper-evident plastic slab that displays the grading label with year, denomination, grade, and certification number. This holder protects the coin's surfaces during handling and shipping.
The coin was designed by George T. Morgan, an engraver at the U.S. Mint. His Liberty head obverse and heraldic eagle reverse became one of the most recognized designs in American coinage and lends the series its name.

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