Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars: History, Rarity, Values, Grading, Varieties (Official Red Book)

📖 Definitive Reference – Expanded 7th edition traces the complete history of Morgan silver dollars from their 1878 debut through their minting history, Treasury releases, famous hoards, and the 1921–2021 anniversary issues.

💰 Values & Market Trends – Includes updated retail pricing in up to 14 grade levels for every date and mintmark, plus expert market analysis to help collectors and investors make informed decisions.

🔍 Grading & Varieties – Learn how to grade accurately, identify rare die varieties, recognize counterfeits, and cherrypick coins with standout qualities.

🖼️ Rich Illustrations – Features hundreds of full-color photographs, including high-quality images of toned coins, Proofs, errors, and rare varieties.

⭐ Essential for Collectors & Investors – Whether you’re new to collecting or building an advanced set, this trusted Red Book Series guide provides the knowledge, strategies, and historical insights needed to build a rewarding collection of Morgan silver dollars.

The Morgan silver dollar is America’s most collected classic coin, celebrated for its beauty, history, and connection to the romance of the Old West. This expanded seventh edition of A Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars presents a richly detailed portrait of the series, from its origins in 1878 through its minting history, hoards, and enduring popularity today.

This definitive reference outlines how to build and expand your collection, grade coins accurately, cherrypick rare die varieties, and make informed buying decisions. Comprehensive market analyses cover each date and mint, supported by insights into the minting process, Treasury releases, and other historic hoards.

Inside you'll find:

• Market values in up to 14 grades
• New certification records
• Expanded image galleries, including toned and error coins
• Updated appendix on counterfeit based on the work of Beth Deisher
• New section exploring 1921–2021 anniversary issues
• And much more!

As Red Book Senior Editor Jeff Garrett notes, “No American numismatic library is complete without the latest edition of A Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars.”

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of America’s most popular classic coin with this expanded seventh edition of A Guide Book of Morgan Silver Dollars, part of Whitman’s renowned Red Book Series. This acclaimed series spans nearly 30 volumes, each offering in-depth coverage of specific U.S. coin types and programs featured in the Official Red Book.