As of May, 2024, a 1891 Dollar VAM2A Dbl Ear/Moustache in circulated condition is worth between $110.00 and $2,000.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $2,500.00 and $3,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a About Uncirculated grade that was hammered at $1,762.50 in the 02/27/2014 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: 8,693,556
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Morgan Dollars 1878-1921

1891 Dollar Vam2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-613,500.00
MS-602,500.00
AU-58+2,000.00
AU-581,850.00
AU-55+1,650.00
AU-551,500.00
AU-53+950.00
AU-53800.00
AU-50+675.00
AU-50600.00
XF-45+550.00
XF-45500.00
XF-40475.00
VF-35400.00
VF-30350.00
VF-25300.00
VF-20250.00
F-15200.00
F-12150.00
VG-10140.00
VG-8135.00
G-6125.00
G-4110.00

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 State2,500.003,500.003,000.00
About Uncirculated600.002,000.001,253.13
Extremely Fine475.00550.00508.33
Fine and Very Fine150.00400.00275.00
Good and Very Good110.00140.00127.50

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 1891 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1891-S Dollar (Regular Strike)34.00145.00160.0033,500.00
1891 Dollar (Regular Strike)32.0090.00100.0047,500.00
1891-CC Dollar (Regular Strike)140.00685.00725.0065,000.00
1891-O Dollar (Regular Strike)30.00245.00260.00125,000.00
1891 Dollar (Proof)1,375.001,800.002,200.0037,500.00
1891 Dollar VAM 2 Doubled Ear (Regular Strike)46.0088.00120.002,750.00
1891 Dollar VAM 2 Doubled Ear, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,500.007,000.00
1891 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A225.001,900.00
1891 Dollar VAM 2 Doubled Ear, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,250.008,000.00
1891 Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A500.0045,000.00
1891-CC Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)700.00750.00800.00235,000.00
1891-CC Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A900.0065,000.00
1891-CC Dollar VAM 3 Spitting Eagle TOP 100 (Regular Strike)160.00775.00800.0045,000.00
1891-O Dollar VAM 1A Clashed E (Regular Strike)74.00445.00525.001,050.00
1891-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A350.0013,500.00
1891-O Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A1,200.0055,000.00
1891-S Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A200.0010,000.00
1891-S Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A300.0037,500.00
1891-S Dollar VAM 3 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike)64.00200.00225.007,000.00
1891 Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,600.0060,000.00
1891 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,000.0075,000.00

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.

1891 Dollar Vam2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (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

$69.00

Lowest Sale Price
$360.00

Highest Sale Price
$176.39

Average Sale Price
$154.00

Most Recent Sale Price
7

Number of Sales
$1,234.75

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
AU-581,762.501,762.501,762.50
AU-55201.00588.00419.25
AU-5394.00793.00479.67
AU-5094.00384.00284.67
XF-4529.00294.93179.82
XF-4069.00360.00176.39
VF-35153.00432.00305.05
VF-30246.75246.75246.75
VF-25165.01264.00211.88
VF-20123.00199.75161.38
VG-1063.0063.0063.00
PO-149.0096.0072.50

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1891 Dollar VAM2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from PO-1 to AU-58. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with AU-58 having the highest max price $1,762.50.

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 1891 Dollar VAM2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1891 Dollar VAM2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 89.74% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Stack's Bowers with 5.13% / 2.56% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1891 Dollar VAM2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (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
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions169.0012/26/2023
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions528.0006/26/2023
AU-55PCGSStack's Bowers360.0006/16/2023
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions154.0006/05/2023
VG-10PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0009/19/2022
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions384.0009/19/2022
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0012/15/2021
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions360.0009/22/2021
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0007/28/2021
AU-50NGCHeritage Auctions94.0010/15/2020
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions552.0010/15/2020
XF-45PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0009/02/2020
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions192.0008/19/2020
VF-25NGCDavid Lawrence RC165.0109/15/2019
AU-55NGCDavid Lawrence RC201.0009/08/2019
AU-53NGCHeritage Auctions94.0007/11/2017
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions114.0009/04/2016
AU-50PCGSHeritage Auctions376.0007/07/2016
XF-45NGCHeritage Auctions294.9304/05/2015
XF-45NGCHeritage Auctions282.0004/05/2015
XF-40ANACSHeritage Auctions69.0011/02/2014
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions340.7510/08/2014
VF-20ANACSHeritage Auctions199.7506/30/2014
VF-25NGCHeritage Auctions211.5003/31/2014
VF-30NGCHeritage Auctions246.7503/31/2014
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions317.2503/31/2014
AU-58PCGSHeritage Auctions1,762.5002/27/2014
VF-25PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0012/05/2013
XF-40PCGSHeritage Auctions118.0012/05/2013
AU-55PCGSHeritage Auctions588.0012/05/2013
VF-20PCGSHeritage Auctions123.0012/05/2013
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions153.0012/05/2013
AU-53PCGSHeritage Auctions793.0012/05/2013
PO-1PCGSHeritage Auctions49.0008/12/2013
XF-40NGCHeritage Auctions79.0007/11/2013
PO-1PCGSHeritage Auctions96.0006/10/2013
XF-45PCGSGreat Collections154.0011/04/2012
VF-35PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0001/03/2012
XF-45ANACSHeritage Auctions29.0004/23/2008