1889 Morgan Silver Dollar Obverse Appraisal

1889 Morgan Silver Dollar (Obverse)

This item is an obverse (front) view of an 1889 Morgan Silver Dollar. The coin is made of silver, featuring a classical profile of Lady Liberty facing left. Her hair is intricately detailed with curls, and she wears a Phrygian cap adorned with wheat and cotton elements, upon which the word "LIBERTY" is inscribed. Above her head, along the top rim of the coin, the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM" is clearly visible, with raised letters. Below Liberty's portrait, the minting year "1889" is prominently displayed. The outer edge of the coin is encircled by a ring of thirteen stars, representing the original thirteen colonies, alternating with dots. The rim of the coin shows a reeded edge, typically found on U.S. coinage. The surface of the coin exhibits a mostly bright, metallic silver color, suggesting it may have been cleaned or is well-preserved, though some subtle toning or discoloration appears in recessed areas and around the lettering. There are some minor surface scratches and possibly slight wear on the highest points of Liberty's features, such as the cheek and hair, which is common for circulating coinage of this age. The strike appears to be relatively strong, with most details legible, indicating good craftsmanship for its era. The overall style is characteristic of late 19th-century American coinage. There are no obvious signs of significant damage like bends, deep gashes, or significant corrosion, although a more thorough assessment of the reverse and edge would be needed for a complete condition report. The crispness of the details, particularly the stars and lettering, suggests it is not heavily worn.