1897-S Morgan Silver Dollar. MS-66+ PL (PCGS).Peripherally toned in iridescent reddish-gold, this otherwise untoned Morgan dollar allows ready appreciation of bold cameo-like contrast between the fields and devices. Both sides are fully struck, expertly preserved and possess simply outstanding eye appeal. Thanks to a generous mintage of 5,825,000 pieces and an above average rate of survival by the standards of the type, the 1897-S is an available Morgan dollar in Mint State. Even Gems in MS-65 are plentiful, although Prooflike and Deep Mirror Prooflike coins are in the distinct minority. With the quality offered here the 1897-S is nothing short of rare, a fact that should not be lost on collectors of Prooflike Morgans.
