Bicentennial Set Appraisal

Carson City Uncirculated Morgan Silver Dollar Bicentennial Presentation Set

The item presented is a Carson City Uncirculated Silver Dollar housed within a special Bicentennial presentation set. The central piece is a silver dollar, which, based on the visible profile of Lady Liberty, is identifiable as a Morgan Dollar minted at the historic Carson City Mint. The coin is meticulously encased in a rigid, transparent plastic slab, clearly labeled with "CARSON CITY" and "UNCIRCULATED SILVER DOLLAR" in white lettering on a black background, ensuring its pristine, uncirculated condition is preserved from handling. This encapsulated coin is then nested within a luxurious, deep blue presentation case, which appears to be lined with velvet or a similar plush material, providing both protection and an elegant display. The interior lid of the box features embossed silver or white text, including a quote from Richard Nixon referencing America's Bicentennial and the historical significance of the silver dollar as a national heritage item. Accompanying the coin is a cream-colored informational document titled "THE CARSON CITY SILVER DOLLARS," which provides historical context regarding the mint and the coin itself, marked with the number "84848027." The coin's condition is consistent with 'mint grade' or uncirculated, exhibiting original luster and sharp details, free from discernable wear or significant contact marks. There might be some natural, light toning characteristic of silver. The packaging, including the box and informational leaflet, appears to be in excellent, well-preserved condition, showing no signs of significant wear or damage. This specific presentation, given the Bicentennial and Nixon reference, strongly dates its release to the mid-to-late 1970s, likely related to the General Services Administration (GSA) sales of Carson City Morgan Dollars from government vaults.