1878 S [VAM-17A] Morgan Dollar — Coin Value
Morgan DollarWhat the 1878 S [VAM-17A] Morgan Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1878 S [VAM-17A] Morgan Dollar value — Ungraded $85 · MS62 $90. Prices updated August 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If simply owning the 1878 S Morgan Dollar is the goal, VAM-17 is the cheapest entry point at $109. Premium versions like DOUBLE DIE VAM-22 at $555 offer superior collector appeal, often related to specific die characteristics or rarity. Casual collectors should stick to the lower-end options like VAM-29 or VAM-62, while serious investors should target the higher-priced, more distinct variations.
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Item details
- Series
- Morgan Dollar
- Year
- 1878
- Mint
- S
1878 S [VAM-17A] Morgan Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1878 S [VAM-17A] Morgan Dollar runs around $85, a certified MS62 about $90, and a high-grade MS66 commands null.
What drives the price
Grade, mint mark, strike quality, and key dates drive coin value. Certified (slabbed) coins carry a premium over raw; low-mintage years and full-strike examples appreciate the most.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $85 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $90 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale value for an ungraded 1878 S Morgan Dollar?
- An ungraded 1878 S Morgan Dollar currently has a starting resale value of $83.
- How much more is an MS62 graded version worth compared to ungraded?
- An MS62 graded version of this 1878 S Morgan Dollar is valued at $150, compared to the ungraded starting price.
- What is the specific series and year of this coin?
- This coin belongs to the Morgan Dollar series and was minted in the year 1878.