As of May, 2024, a 1896-O Dollar, PL in circulated condition is worth between $2,200.00 and $2,500.00, while an uncirculated specimen can be valued between $3,150.00 and $9,500.00, 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 $10,350.00 in the 05/06/2008 by renowned auctioneer ML Coin Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: George T. Morgan
Edge: Reeded
Diameter: 38.10 millimeters
Weight: 26.73 grams
Mintage: 4,900,000
Mint: New Orleans
Metal: 90% Silver, 10% Copper
Series: Morgan Dollars 1878-1921

1896-O Dollar, Pl (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

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

GradePrice($)
MS-629,500.00
MS-615,500.00
MS-603,150.00
AU-58+2,500.00
AU-582,200.00

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 State3,150.009,500.006,050.00
About Uncirculated2,200.002,500.002,350.00

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 1896 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($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1896 Dollar (Regular Strike)32.00125.0075.0035,000.00
1896-O Dollar (Regular Strike)36.00875.002,100.00585,000.00
1896-S Dollar (Regular Strike)32.002,400.003,100.00725,000.00
1896 Dollar (Proof)1,100.001,800.002,200.0030,000.00
1896 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A110.0030,000.00
1896 Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A160.0025,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars (Regular Strike)74.00193.00195.001,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 4 Doubled Stars, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A450.00450.00
1896 Dollar VAM 19 8 in Denticle (Regular Strike)64.00143.00150.003,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 19 8 in Denticle, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A190.00500.00
1896 Dollar VAM 19 8 in Denticle, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A300.00700.00
1896-O Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A14,000.0030,000.00
1896 Dollar VAM 20 Bar 6 (Regular Strike)60.00100.00110.002,100.00
1896-S Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)N/AN/A3,500.00225,000.00
1896-S Dollar VAM 2 (Regular Strike)50.002,600.003,250.005,250.00
1896-S Dollar VAM 5 S/S (Regular Strike)52.002,500.003,250.0013,500.00
1896 Dollar, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A2,600.00115,000.00
1896 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A3,350.0065,000.00

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.

1896-O Dollar, Pl (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

$4,025.00

Lowest Sale Price
$10,350.00

Highest Sale Price
$7,959.63

Average Sale Price
$6,000.00

Most Recent Sale Price
10

Number of Sales
$79,596.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-637.007.007.00
MS-624,025.0010,350.007,959.63
MS-611,208.004,025.002,075.50
MS-60978.004,080.002,406.00
AU-58374.001,800.001,059.39
AU-55207.00660.00408.29

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1896-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from AU-55 to MS-63. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-62 having the highest max price $10,350.00.

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 1896-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1896-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 69.44% share, followed by Stack's Bowers / ML Coin Auctions with 19.44% / 2.78% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1896-O Dollar, PL (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-60PCGSHeritage Auctions4,080.0007/17/2023
AU-55NGCStack's Bowers456.0012/13/2022
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions1,800.0006/20/2021
MS-60PCGSHeritage Auctions2,160.0011/22/2020
AU-55ANACSStack's Bowers360.0011/18/2020
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions6,000.0008/18/2019
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions600.0005/08/2019
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions1,680.0006/17/2018
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions660.0001/23/2018
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions5,052.5004/04/2017
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions1,645.0006/08/2016
MS-62NGCStack's Bowers9,987.5006/28/2014
MS-62NGCStack's Bowers9,106.2503/27/2014
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions2,585.0003/21/2014
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions1,292.5002/03/2014
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions1,495.0012/08/2011
MS-61PCGSStack's Bowers4,025.0008/15/2011
MS-61NGCStack's Bowers1,380.0008/15/2011
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions8,625.0008/11/2011
MS-61ANACSStack's Bowers1,208.0006/14/2011
AU-58NGCDavid Lawrence RC989.0004/25/2011
AU-55NGCHeritage Auctions345.0004/28/2010
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions8,050.0007/31/2009
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions4,025.0002/01/2009
MS-62NGCHeritage Auctions10,350.0007/30/2008
MS-62NGCML Coin Auctions10,350.0005/06/2008
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions207.0012/12/2007
AU-58ANACSHeritage Auctions748.0008/15/2007
AU-55ANACSHeritage Auctions230.0008/15/2007
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions460.0008/15/2007
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions546.0008/15/2007
AU-58NGCHeritage Auctions374.0003/20/2007
MS-62PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers8,050.0009/17/2003
MS-60NGCHeritage Auctions978.0011/16/2000
MS-61NGCHeritage Auctions1,760.0008/16/1995
MS-63NONENumismatic Gallery7.0001/01/1945