1884-S Morgan Silver Dollar. MS-62 (PCGS). CAC.This is an incredibly attractive Morgan dollar regardless of date and mint, though this superior eye appeal becomes even more significant in the context of the coveted 1884-S issue. The fields are considerably prooflike and watery, nicely contrasting the more satiny design elements. Light friction and a few tiny bagmarks show under magnification, though the complexion remains smooth and without distractions to the naked eye. <p>The 1884-S is one of the most famous condition rarities in the Morgan dollar series. Though 3.2 million pieces were struck, the vast majority were spent and spent again in local commerce, and today the typical grade may be EF or AU, with many survivors well below those grades. The scarcity and value of this issue increases exponentially in Mint State, where it becomes a significant challenge for even the advanced Morgan specialist. <p><p> From the Collection of Thaddeus A. Tatum III. Earlier ex Heritages sale of October 2009, lot 977.
