1881 [PROOF] Morgan Dollar — Coin Value
Morgan DollarWhat the 1881 [PROOF] Morgan Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1881 [PROOF] Morgan Dollar value — Ungraded $77 · MS62 $6,945 · MS66 $16,294. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 211.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If your goal is simply to own an 1881 Morgan Dollar, the Standard version at $60 is the most economical choice. The VAM-35 at $399 and the PROOF at $77 offer tangible upgrades; the PROOF typically features superior minting and packaging, while the VAM-35 denotes a higher grade. Buyers prioritizing investment or display should pay the premium, whereas budget-conscious collectors should stick to the Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Morgan Dollar
- Year
- 1881
1881 [PROOF] Morgan Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1881 [PROOF] Morgan Dollar runs around $77, a certified MS62 about $6945, and a high-grade MS66 commands $16294.
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 | $77 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $6,945 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $16,294 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1881 Morgan Dollar?
- An ungraded 1881 Morgan Dollar is currently valued starting at $89.
- How much more is an MS62 graded 1881 Morgan Dollar worth?
- An MS62 graded coin of this series sells for $6,945, showing a substantial premium over ungraded pieces.
- What is the series and year of this specific coin?
- This coin is from the Morgan Dollar series and was minted in the year 1881.