Guidelines for Collecting:

The 1891-CC is a desirable coin due to the popularity of the CC mintmark and its availability in Uncirculated grades. The coin is not in the common class even though more than one million pieces were minted. Choice specimens can be found in the higher Mint State grades. Most coins are lustrous and have superb eye appeal, yet not all are sharply struck. Strike varies from poor to sharp. Prooflike coins are not in high demand due to having low contrast in relation to design features.

Availability in Circulated Grades:

Often found in circulated grades, though EF and AU coins are harder to find.

Availability in Mint State Grades:

MS-63 and 64 are the dominant grades for this date though lesser or finer pieces are available with modest frequency. Look for an MS-64 with a sharp strike and lively frost and you’ll be well satisfied.

Availability in Proof:

None produced.

The example to the left was sold by Stack's Bowers Galleries in the Spring 2019 Baltimore Auction, where it realized $16,800.

1891-CC Morgan Dollar Auction Highlights

1891-CC Morgan Dollar NGC MS-67 Sold for $30,550   View Lot 11068

1891-CC Morgan Dollar PCGS MS-66 Sold for $16,800   View Lot 1111

1891-CC Morgan Dollar PCGS MS-66 Sold for $15,000   View Lot 7088