1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Philadelphia - NGC MS64 PL Sight White

Struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1887, this Morgan Silver Dollar captures the grandeur of America’s Gilded Age with its bold design and radiant luster. Designed by George T. Morgan, the obverse displays the classic portrait of Lady Liberty, while the reverse showcases a proud bald eagle clutching arrows and an olive branch — symbols of strength and peace.

This example has been certified by NGC in MS64 Prooflike (PL) condition, meaning it boasts mirrored fields and frosted devices that create a captivating cameo effect reminiscent of a proof coin. The coin is described as “Sight White,” showcasing brilliant, untoned silver surfaces that gleam with exceptional eye appeal.

With a mintage of 20,290,000, most 1887 Morgan Dollars were heavily circulated or melted down, leaving only a fraction surviving in such outstanding quality. In fact, NGC has graded just 759 examples at this level with the Prooflike designation, and it’s estimated that 10 or fewer are Sight White—making this an especially rare and desirable piece.

Beautifully preserved and encapsulated for protection, this 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar stands as both a historical artifact and a shining example of 19th-century U.S. coinage artistry.

Key Features:

• Struck at the Philadelphia Mint in 1887 – Part of the iconic Morgan Dollar series designed by George T. Morgan.

• Certified NGC MS64 Prooflike (PL) – Exceptional mirrored fields and frosted devices create stunning visual contrast.

• Brilliant “Sight White” Surfaces – Untoned silver brilliance enhances the coin’s overall beauty and appeal.

• Scarce in High Grade – Only 759 certified by NGC as MS64 PL, with an estimated Sight White population of 10 or fewer.

Own a gleaming piece of American numismatic history with this 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar Philadelphia – NGC MS64 PL Sight White, a coin that perfectly blends rarity, beauty, and historical significance.