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1878-S Morgan Dollar
The 1878-S Morgan Dollar is a historic U.S. silver coin with a purity of .900 and a weight of 0.7734 troy oz. Minted in San Francisco, it is highly sought after by collectors and investors alike for its numismatic value and historical significance.
.900 fine· 0.7734 troy oz (24.0576 g)· IRA eligible
$149.99
$149.99 / item · cash price · United States Mint · In stock
- Metal value
- $49.34 · 0.7734 oz fine
- Premium
- $100.65 (204.0% over spot)
- Spot
- $63.80 /oz · as of 05:14 PM ET
- Fixed market ask · melt floor monitored
02:00Price held · re-quotes at zero
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A1 / Vault Passport
Provable down to the metal.
Every piece ships with a live custody passport — serial-matched, assay-logged, and re-verified against the Rockwell ledger on a timer. Verification is the product.
Custody receipt · Rockwell verified checked against your ledger on request
Rockwell IDRM-AG-457
Assay methodXRF + ultrasonic
Serial statusSealed · matched
GradeBrilliant Uncirculated
Chain of custodyUnited States Mint → Rockwell vault
InsuranceLloyd's · to $250M
A2 / Product Overview & Numismatic Analysis
The Complete Record.
Authored numismatic breakdown, artistic provenance, and institutional custody proof.
Analysis & Context
Institutional Overview
The 1878-S Morgan Dollar is a remarkable piece of American numismatic history, struck by the United States Mint with a silver purity of .900 and a fine weight of 0.7734 troy oz (24.0576 g). This coin measures 38.1 mm in diameter and has a thickness of 3.1 mm, featuring the mint mark 'S' indicative of its San Francisco origin. The obverse presents a beautifully rendered portrait of Lady Liberty, a design by George T. Morgan, which has become emblematic of American coinage. The reverse depicts a powerful eagle, also designed by Morgan, symbolizing the strength and resilience of the nation. As a Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) coin, it retains its original luster and detail, making it a prized addition for both collectors and investors.
From an investment perspective, the Morgan Dollar is not only a piece of history but also a tangible asset that benefits from global liquidity and a sovereign guarantee. Its eligibility for Precious Metals IRAs under IRC Section 408(m) makes it an attractive option for those looking to diversify their retirement portfolios with physical precious metals.
At Rockwell Metals, we ensure a seamless purchasing experience with our 120-Second Price Lock at checkout, allowing you to secure your investment at the best price. Each coin is accompanied by a Cryptographic Vault Passport, featuring XRF-spectrometer verified serial numbers for authenticity. Our coins are stored in segregated allocations within $250M Lloyd's of London insured vaults, providing peace of mind. Additionally, we offer instant sell-back liquidity, allowing you to easily convert your assets back to cash, or opt for insured armored direct-to-door delivery for your convenience.
Obverse ArtworkFront
The obverse of the 1878-S Morgan Dollar features the iconic portrait of Lady Liberty, designed by George T. Morgan. The inscription 'E PLURIBUS UNUM' arcs above her head, symbolizing unity among the states, while the date '1878' is positioned at the bottom.
Reverse MotifBack
The reverse showcases a majestic eagle with outstretched wings, clutching arrows and an olive branch, symbolizing strength and peace. The design, also by George T. Morgan, is encircled by the words 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and 'ONE DOLLAR', emphasizing its legal tender status.
IRA QualificationIRC 408(m) Eligible
Meets the IRS purity standards required for inclusion in Self-Directed Precious Metals IRAs. Eligible for segregated depository vaulting.
A3 / Specification
Full record.
- Metal
- Silver
- Purity
- .900
- Fine Weight
- 0.7734 troy oz (24.0576 g)
- Mint / Refinery
- United States Mint
- Year
- 1878
- Grade / Finish
- Brilliant Uncirculated
- Diameter
- 38.1 mm
- Thickness
- 3.1 mm
- Face Value
- $1 USD
- IRA Eligible
- Yes
- Rockwell SKU
- RM-AG-MOR-1OZ-1878
- Catalog ID
- 457
- Assay
- XRF + ultrasonic
- Custody
- Allocated · segregated
- Insurance
- Lloyd's · to $250M
- Sell-back
- Spot-linked · instant
A4 / Provenance
Mint to vault, on the record.
A documented chain of custody — each step assay-checked and timestamped to the ledger.
- Struck
United States Mint. Die-verified 1878 strike.
- Assayed
XRF + ultrasonic at intake. Purity confirmed, serial sealed.
- Vaulted
Allocated to Rockwell vault. Insured by Lloyd's, ledger entry opened.
- Yours
On purchase, the passport transfers to your account — store or take delivery.
- Lloyd's insuredto $250M
- Audited reservesmonthly attestation
- Assay verifiedXRF + ultrasonic
- Allocated custodysegregated, never lent
- Instant sell-backspot-linked spreads
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