Price Guide for 1890 Dollar Variants

This guide presents price ranges for 1890 Dollar variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.

1890 Dollar (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $8.00 - $2,700.00
    Uncirculated: $15.00 - $29,900.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $18.50 - $270.00
    Uncirculated: $16.72 - $3,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $30.00 - $70.00
    Uncirculated: $75.00 - $15,000.00
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1890-S Dollar (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $13.00 - $15,000.00
    Uncirculated: $3.00 - $17,250.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $22.39 - $295.00
    Uncirculated: $29.76 - $7,365.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $30.00 - $125.00
    Uncirculated: $100.00 - $20,000.00
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1890-CC Dollar (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $2.75 - $6,000.00
    Uncirculated: $178.00 - $58,750.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $51.00 - $750.00
    Uncirculated: $162.00 - $10,070.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $140.00 - $740.00
    Uncirculated: $825.00 - $60,000.00
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1890-O Dollar (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $3.50 - $7,500.00
    Uncirculated: $4.00 - $22,800.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $16.50 - $365.00
    Uncirculated: $26.00 - $6,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $30.00 - $70.00
    Uncirculated: $100.00 - $37,500.00
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1890-S Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $2,400.00
    Uncirculated: $47.00 - $10,281.25
  • eBay
    Circulated: $57.95 - $180.50
    Uncirculated: $40.00 - $1,675.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $110.00 - $12,500.00
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1890-CC Dollar Tailbar (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $32.00 - $7,000.00
    Uncirculated: $483.00 - $27,025.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $77.00 - $1,650.00
    Uncirculated: $1,125.00 - $6,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $140.00 - $1,600.00
    Uncirculated: $1,700.00 - $45,000.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 4 Tailbar (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $94.00 - $960.00
    Uncirculated: $1,200.00 - $13,200.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $74.00 - $935.00
    Uncirculated: $1,053.00 - $4,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $175.00 - $1,600.00
    Uncirculated: $1,750.00 - $45,500.00
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1890-O Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $300.00
    Uncirculated: $51.00 - $27,600.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $146.94 - $19,500.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $185.00 - $20,000.00
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1890 Dollar (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $633.00 - $4,888.00
    Uncirculated: $4.40 - $47,150.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $1,985.00
    Uncirculated: $1,392.90 - $7,493.75
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $1,050.00 - $1,800.00
    Uncirculated: $2,200.00 - $45,000.00
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1890-CC Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $196.00 - $11,000.00
    Uncirculated: $180.00 - $78,000.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $533.00 - $14,321.23
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1,075.00 - $17,500.00
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1890 Dollar VAM 3 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $67.52
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1890 Dollar VAM 5 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $129.95
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1890 Dollar VAM 11 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $50.99 - $85.00
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1890 Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $43.08
    Uncirculated: $46.00 - $5,280.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $117.00
    Uncirculated: $42.00 - $1,550.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $150.00 - $26,500.00
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1890 Dollar, CAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,610.00 - $40,250.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $3,403.99 - $3,650.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $2,600.00 - $52,500.00
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1890 Dollar VAM 12 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $33.55
    Uncirculated: $150.00 - $184.99
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1890-CC Dollar, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $170.00 - $367.78
    Uncirculated: $250.00 - $21,850.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $411.00 - $4,750.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $850.00 - $45,000.00
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1890 Dollar VAM 13 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $24.04
    Uncirculated: $48.91
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1890 Dollar VAM 14 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $41.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 1 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $349.99
    Uncirculated: $3,770.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 2 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $55.00 - $169.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 3 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $504.00 - $1,680.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $9.99 - $199.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Circulated: $200.00 - $775.00
    Uncirculated: $825.00 - $2,850.00
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1890 Dollar, DCAM (Proof)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $4,140.00 - $88,125.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $3,200.00 - $145,000.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 3, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $504.00
    Uncirculated: $2,280.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 3, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,020.00 - $1,320.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $900.00 - $1,500.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 5 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $516.00
    Uncirculated: $456.00 - $1,527.50
  • eBay
    Circulated: $155.08 - $265.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 6 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,320.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $50.00 - $210.00
    Uncirculated: $610.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 7 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $100.00
    Uncirculated: $1,140.00 - $6,600.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 8 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $3,540.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $77.05 - $229.94
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 9 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $95.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 10 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $87.00 - $820.10
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1890-CC Dollar Tailbar, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $2,990.00 - $23,000.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $3,650.00 - $14,000.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $2,000.00 - $23,000.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 11 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,092.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 12 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $120.00
    Uncirculated: $540.00 - $1,080.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $92.00 - $300.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 4 Tailbar GSA Hoard (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $121.00 - $207.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 4 Tailbar, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $2,400.00 - $4,080.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4,350.00 - $8,500.00
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1890-CC Dollar VAM 4 Tailbar, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $2,640.00 - $8,518.75
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $4,750.00 - $15,000.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 1 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $180.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $115.00 - $199.00
    Uncirculated: $53.00 - $290.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 1, PL (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $230.50
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1890-O Dollar VAM 2 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $16.55 - $177.51
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1890-O Dollar VAM 3 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $34.00 - $79.00
    Uncirculated: $122.50 - $540.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 4 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $45.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $56.89
    Uncirculated: $120.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 4, PL (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $1,236.00 - $2,034.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 5 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $170.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 6 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $24.05 - $96.10
    Uncirculated: $150.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 8 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $42.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 9 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $350.00
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1890 Dollar GSA Hoard (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $48.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 12 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $35.00 - $83.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 13 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $160.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 14 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $78.00 - $176.27
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1890-O Dollar VAM 15 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $34.95 - $45.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 16 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $26.77
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1890-O Dollar VAM 10 Comet Variety (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $49.00 - $86.00
    Uncirculated: $64.63 - $3,120.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $35.00 - $149.99
    Uncirculated: $40.00 - $2,250.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 1 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $88.00 - $200.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 2 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $336.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $37.50
    Uncirculated: $111.59 - $300.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 4 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $189.99
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1890-S Dollar VAM 5 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $212.60
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1890-S Dollar VAM 6 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $43.00
    Uncirculated: $81.00 - $133.70
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1890-S Dollar VAM 7 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $315.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 8 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $24.57
    Uncirculated: $1,801.00 - $2,025.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 9 (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $89.00 - $109.00
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1890-CC Dollar Tailbar, PL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,265.00 - $6,462.50
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $1,850.00 - $13,500.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 10 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $55.00
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1890-O Dollar VAM 20 Doubled Ear (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $53.00 - $413.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $28.00 - $900.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 12 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $62.75
    Uncirculated: $132.50
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1890 Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $81.00 - $22,425.00
  • eBay
    Circulated: $42.29
    Uncirculated: $37.09 - $1,881.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $275.00 - $22,500.00
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1890-O Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $1,200.00 - $4,000.00
    Uncirculated: $115.00 - $16,800.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $273.00 - $2,195.95
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $200.00 - $40,000.00
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1890-S Dollar, DMPL (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $160.98 - $5,500.00
    Uncirculated: $138.00 - $13,800.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $275.00 - $4,988.00
  • PCGS Price Guide
    Uncirculated: $325.00 - $12,000.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 19 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $94.25
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1890-S Dollar VAM 22 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $110.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 23 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $29.00
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1890-S Dollar VAM 25 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $50.00 - $91.00
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1890-CC Dollar GSA Hoard (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Uncirculated: $1,560.00 - $19,200.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $3,075.00 - $8,743.75
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1890-S Dollar GSA Hoard (Regular Strike)

  • 3rd Party Price
    Circulated: $84.00
    Uncirculated: $1,020.00
  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $72.00 - $316.00
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1890 Dollar VAM 1 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Circulated: $34.00
    Uncirculated: $39.00 - $325.00
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1890 Dollar VAM 2 (Regular Strike)

  • eBay
    Uncirculated: $84.00 - $305.55
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Design and Specifications of the 1890 Dollar

The 1890 Morgan Dollar is part of the iconic Morgan Dollar series, which was minted from 1878 to 1904 and again in 1921. This coin was produced during a period of significant silver production in the United States, reflecting the country's economic and political landscape of the late 19th century.

The Morgan Dollar, named after its designer George T. Morgan, became a symbol of the American West and played a crucial role in the nation's monetary system during the expansion era.

Weight 26.73 grams
Diameter 38.1 mm
Mint Marks Philadelphia (no mint mark), New Orleans (O), San Francisco (S), Carson City (CC)
Composition 90% silver, 10% copper
Obverse Design Liberty Head (Morgan Dollar), designed by George T. Morgan
Reverse Design Eagle with wings spread, designed by George T. Morgan

Rarity Factors and Value Drivers

The condition of an 1890 Morgan Dollar significantly impacts its value. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) are highly sought after by collectors, with premium prices for those grading MS65 or higher.

The Carson City (CC) mint mark is particularly desirable, and well-preserved CC specimens command substantial premiums. For all mint marks, coins with strong strikes, full luster, and minimal contact marks are most valuable.

The presence of attractive toning can also increase a coin's desirability and value, especially for San Francisco and Carson City issues.

Philadelphia, No Mint Mark

Mintage: 16,802,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Common in lower grades, scarce in MS65 and above

Varieties Errors: Tailbar variety (rare)

Market Demand: Moderate, higher for high-grade specimens

New Orleans, O

Mintage: 10,701,000

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in MS65 and above

Varieties Errors: None notable

Market Demand: Moderate

San Francisco, S

Mintage: 8,230,373

Rarity Scale: Common

Circulation Status: Widely Circulated

Preservation Rarity: Scarce in MS65 and above

Varieties Errors: None notable

Market Demand: Moderate

Carson City, CC

Mintage: 2,309,041

Rarity Scale: Uncommon

Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation

Preservation Rarity: Rare in MS65 and above

Varieties Errors: None notable

Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens

Rarity in high grades is a crucial factor for 1890 Morgan Dollars. While the Philadelphia and New Orleans issues are relatively common in circulated condition, they become scarce in gem uncirculated grades (MS65 and above).

The Carson City issue is the most valuable of the 1890 Morgan Dollars due to its lower mintage and high collector demand for CC mint mark coins. The Tailbar variety from the Philadelphia mint, showing a die scratch from the eagle's tail to the arrows, is rare and highly sought after by variety collectors.

Market trends, overall coin market conditions, and the historical significance of the Morgan Dollar series also contribute to the value and collectibility of these coins.

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