1897 [VAM-8] Morgan Dollar — Coin Value
Morgan DollarWhat the 1897 [VAM-8] Morgan Dollar is worth — ungraded vs graded (MS62 / MS66).
1897 [VAM-8] Morgan Dollar value — Ungraded $57 · MS62 $136 · MS66 $1,215. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the MS66 premium on this card is 21.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own an 1897 Morgan Dollar, purchase the Standard version for around $70. The premium versions offer distinct value: the VAM-6A at $83 and the VAM-8 at $57 represent specific grading or production characteristics, while the PROOF version at $1500 signifies a high-quality collectible edition. Save with the Standard, but pay more if you seek the documented scarcity of the PROOF.
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Item details
- Series
- Morgan Dollar
- Year
- 1897
1897 [VAM-8] Morgan Dollar value
A raw (ungraded) 1897 [VAM-8] Morgan Dollar runs around $57, a certified MS62 about $136, and a high-grade MS66 commands $1215.
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 | $57 | eBay sold comps |
| MS62 | $136 | eBay sold comps |
| MS66 | $1,215 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting value for this 1897 Morgan Dollar?
- An ungraded 1897 Morgan Dollar starts at approximately $57.
- How much more is an MS66 compared to an MS62?
- The MS66 grade is valued at $1077, significantly higher than the MS62 grade's $136.
- What is the series and year of this coin?
- This coin is from the Morgan Dollar series and was minted in the year 1897.