1879 S [VAM-50] Morgan Dollar — Coin Value
Morgan DollarWhat the 1879 S [VAM-50] Morgan Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1879 S [VAM-50] Morgan Dollar value — Ungraded $81 · MS62 $635 · MS66 $7,971. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 98.4× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest ownership, grab the VAM-51 at $98 or the REV OF 1878 at $155. Premium versions like VAM-43 ($850) offer superior grading and rarity, appealing to serious investors. If your goal is just collecting, the lower-graded options are fine. However, if you seek maximum value and prestige, the high-grade VAM-66 or VAM-43 justifies the higher investment.
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Item details
- Series
- Morgan Dollar
- Year
- 1879
- Mint
- S
1879 S [VAM-50] Morgan Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1879 S [VAM-50] Morgan Dollar runs around $81, a certified MS62 about $635, and a high-grade MS66 commands $7971.
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 | $81 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $635 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $7,971 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the value range for this 1879 S Morgan Dollar?
- The value ranges significantly, from Ungraded at $80 to MS62 at $600, and up to MS66 at $7533.
- Is the 1879 S Morgan Dollar a rare coin?
- As an 1879 S Morgan Dollar, its value is heavily dependent on its specific grade and condition.
- What is the mint mark for this specific coin?
- This Morgan Dollar was minted at the S mint.