1896 Morgan Dollar — Coin Value
Morgan DollarWhat the 1896 Morgan Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1896 Morgan Dollar value — Ungraded $63 · MS62 $76 · MS66 $505. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 8.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own an 1896 Morgan Dollar, purchase the Standard for $70. Premium versions like PROOF ($1198) offer superior condition and presentation, while VAM-4 ($106) and VAM-20 ($79) provide graded scarcity above the standard. Buyers prioritizing collecting the highest grade should pay the premium, whereas those seeking the most affordable entry point should stick to the Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Morgan Dollar
- Year
- 1896
1896 Morgan Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1896 Morgan Dollar runs around $63, a certified MS62 about $76, and a high-grade MS66 commands $505.
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 | $63 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $76 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $505 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for an ungraded 1896 Morgan Dollar?
- An ungraded 1896 Morgan Dollar starts at a value of $66.
- How much more valuable is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 grade is valued at $516, significantly higher than the MS62 grade, which is $76.
- What is the specific year and series of this coin?
- This coin is from the Morgan Dollar series and was minted in the year 1896.