1878 S [VAM-28] Morgan Dollar — Coin Value
Morgan DollarWhat the 1878 S [VAM-28] Morgan Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1878 S [VAM-28] Morgan Dollar value — Ungraded $100 · MS62 $120 · MS66 $1,457. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 14.6× raw.
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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-28] Morgan Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1878 S [VAM-28] Morgan Dollar runs around $100, a certified MS62 about $120, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1457.
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 | $100 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $120 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,457 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1878 S Morgan Dollar?
- An ungraded 1878 S Morgan Dollar currently starts at $115.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an ungraded version?
- An MS66 grade for this Morgan Dollar is valued at $1438, significantly higher than the ungraded price.
- Which mint mark is associated with this 1878 Morgan Dollar?
- This specific 1878 Morgan Dollar originates from the S mint.
