As of May, 2024, a 1879-S Dollar VAM 6 Reverse of 1878 in circulated condition is worth between $150.00 and $600.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $650.00 and $1,350.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $2,880.00 in the 12/15/2021 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: George T. Morgan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 9,110,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Morgan Dollars 1878-1921

1879-S Dollar Vam 6 Reverse Of 1878 (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-621,350.00
MS-61950.00
MS-60650.00
AU-58+600.00
AU-58550.00
AU-55+425.00
AU-55385.00
AU-53+360.00
AU-53340.00
AU-50+320.00
AU-50310.00
XF-45+265.00
XF-45250.00
XF-40240.00
VF-35200.00
VF-30185.00
VF-25175.00
VF-20170.00
F-15150.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State650.001,350.00983.33
About Uncirculated310.00600.00411.25
Extremely Fine240.00265.00251.67
Fine and Very Fine150.00200.00176.00

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1879 Morgan Dollar. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1879-CC Dollar (Regular Strike)180.005,250.005,500.00265,000.00
1879-CC Dollar Capped Die (Regular Strike)120.004,400.005,500.0062,500.00
1879-O Dollar (Regular Strike)36.00135.00160.0030,000.00
1879-S Dollar (Regular Strike)30.0073.0075.0034,000.00
1879-S Dollar Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)65.00560.00650.0052,500.00
1879 Dollar (Regular Strike)36.0080.0090.0070,000.00
1879 Dollar (Proof)775.001,800.002,250.0040,000.00
1879-O Dollar, BM (Proof)N/AN/A275,000.00340,000.00
1879 Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A285.0030,500.00
1879 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A175.005,500.00
1879-CC Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A5,850.0057,500.00
1879-CC Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6,500.0090,000.00
1879-CC Dollar Capped Die, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6,750.0035,000.00
1879-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A275.0011,500.00
1879-CC Dollar Capped Die, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8,000.00120,000.00
1879-O Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A450.0040,000.00
1879-O Dollar VAM 4 O/Horizontal O (Regular Strike)56.00225.00360.0013,500.00
1879-CC Dollar VAM 3 Capped Die (Regular Strike)150.004,500.005,500.0065,000.00
1879-CC Dollar VAM 3 Capped Die, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A6,000.0036,000.00
1879-CC Dollar VAM 3 Capped Die, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A8,250.0061,500.00
1879-S Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A110.0010,000.00
1879-S Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A160.0012,500.00
1879-S Dollar Reverse of 1878, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,000.0015,500.00
1879-O Dollar VAM 28 O/Horizontal O (Regular Strike)350.00700.00800.00900.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 4 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00600.00700.005,250.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 9 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)85.00600.00650.0053,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 25 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)135.00625.00850.002,050.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 34 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)80.00625.00750.004,250.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 6 Reverse of 1878, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,350.008,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 23 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)95.00625.00850.002,050.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 42 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00575.00675.0010,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 34A Rev of 1878 (Regular Strike)90.00600.00650.004,250.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 35 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00600.00650.0010,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 43 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00600.00675.005,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 51 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)140.00600.00750.003,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 39 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)85.00600.00650.0010,500.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 46 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00600.00650.005,250.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 51 Reverse of 1878, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,350.0015,000.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 52 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00600.00700.005,250.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 50 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike)110.00625.00750.004,250.00
1879-S Dollar VAM 52 Reverse of 1878, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,200.004,500.00
1879 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A25,000.0045,000.00
1879 Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,600.0052,500.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1879-S Dollar Vam 6 Reverse Of 1878 (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$46.00

Lowest Sale Price
$204.00

Highest Sale Price
$125.00

Average Sale Price
$204.00

Most Recent Sale Price
2

Number of Sales
$250.00

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-62480.002,880.001,680.00
AU-55374.00374.00374.00
AU-5346.00204.00125.00
XF-45154.00154.00154.00
VF-2087.0087.0087.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1879-S Dollar VAM 6 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from VF-20 to MS-62. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-62 having the highest max price $2,880.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1879-S Dollar VAM 6 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1879-S Dollar VAM 6 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 71.43% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Stack's Bowers with 14.29% / 14.29% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1879-S Dollar VAM 6 Reverse of 1878 (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions204.0012/03/2023
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions87.0006/26/2023
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions154.0003/06/2023
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions2,880.0012/15/2021
MS-62ANACSStack's Bowers480.0003/25/2020
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0005/31/2010
AU-53ANACSDavid Lawrence RC46.0003/05/2009