As of May, 2024, a 1891-S Dollar VAM 3 Doubled Stars in circulated condition is worth between $64.00 and $200.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $225.00 and $7,000.00, 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 $6,250.00 in the 04/28/2019 by renowned auctioneer David Lawrence RC, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: George T. Morgan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 5,296,000
Mint: San Francisco
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Morgan Dollars 1878-1921

1891-S Dollar Vam 3 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-667,000.00
MS-65+5,000.00
MS-652,500.00
MS-64+950.00
MS-64875.00
MS-63+575.00
MS-63450.00
MS-62+390.00
MS-62325.00
MS-61300.00
MS-60225.00
AU-58+200.00
AU-58180.00
AU-55+160.00
AU-55150.00
AU-53+145.00
AU-53135.00
AU-50+130.00
AU-50120.00
XF-45+117.00
XF-45110.00
XF-40102.00
VF-35101.00
VF-3095.00
VF-2589.00
VF-2083.00
F-1578.00
F-1274.00
VG-1074.00
VG-869.00
G-664.00

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 State225.007,000.001,690.00
About Uncirculated120.00200.00152.50
Extremely Fine102.00117.00109.67
Fine and Very Fine74.00101.0086.67
Good and Very Good64.0074.0069.00

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 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 Dollar VAM2A Dbl Ear/Moustache (Regular Strike)110.002,000.002,500.003,500.00
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 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-S Dollar Vam 3 Doubled Stars (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

$129.25

Lowest Sale Price
$336.00

Highest Sale Price
$223.53

Average Sale Price
$336.00

Most Recent Sale Price
13

Number of Sales
$2,905.89

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-666,250.006,250.006,250.00
MS-64317.25870.00500.09
MS-63129.25336.00223.53
MS-6290.00175.00144.79
MS-61119.00264.00191.50
MS-6078.0078.0078.00
AU-5868.0068.0068.00
AU-5550.00138.0092.67

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1891-S Dollar VAM 3 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-55 to MS-66. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-66 having the highest max price $6,250.00.

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 1891-S Dollar VAM 3 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1891-S Dollar VAM 3 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 78.95% share, followed by David Lawrence RC / Stack's Bowers with 15.79% / 2.63% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1891-S Dollar VAM 3 Doubled Stars (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
MS-61PCGSHeritage Auctions264.0012/26/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions576.0012/26/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions780.0006/26/2023
MS-62ANACSHeritage Auctions164.0003/06/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions870.0012/19/2022
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions336.0003/21/2022
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions312.0005/08/2021
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions324.0009/16/2020
MS-63NGCDavid Lawrence RC275.0109/15/2019
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions144.0007/24/2019
AU-55PCGSStack's Bowers50.0005/15/2019
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC6,250.0004/28/2019
MS-62NGCDavid Lawrence RC90.0006/03/2018
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions168.0005/23/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions480.0005/23/2018
MS-63NGCHeritage Auctions204.0005/16/2018
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions432.0010/03/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions129.2504/26/2017
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions329.0004/26/2017
MS-61ANACSHeritage Auctions119.0004/11/2017
AU-55PCGSDavid Lawrence RC90.0001/30/2017
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions152.7511/08/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions446.5011/08/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions205.6309/03/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions258.5003/22/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions481.7501/31/2016
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions188.0001/31/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions446.5004/05/2015
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions152.7508/18/2014
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions68.0006/30/2014
MS-60NGCHeritage Auctions78.0006/23/2014
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions317.2502/03/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions199.7502/03/2014
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions153.0012/05/2013
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena342.0003/01/2009
MS-62ANACSDavid Lawrence RC143.0001/26/2009
MS-62ANACSDavid Lawrence RC175.0011/20/2008
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions138.0003/19/2006