1879-CC Morgan Silver Dollar. VAM-3. Top 100 Variety. Capped Die. MS-62 (PCGS). CAC.

Commonly referred to as the Capped Die, this variety is actually an overmintmark. The reverse die was first affixed with the small CC as used in the production of the 1878-CC Morgan dollar. This small CC was later partially effaced and a larger CC was entered in its place. Still later, the die acquired a considerable amount of rust in the mintmark area, and all known 1879-CC Capped Die Morgans display the effects around the CC. Of the two main varieties, the Capped Die is the scarcest, especially in Mint State grades. The presently offered example borders on a Choice Mint State designation with flashy, semi-reflective luster on the obverse; while the reverse has a more satiny frost. Well struck overall the devices stand out boldly against the surrounding fields. A lovely coin that will delight any collector.

PCGS# 7088. NGC ID: 253T.

Estimate: $5500