The 1889-CC Morgan Silver Dollar is one of the most famous and valuable key dates in the Morgan Dollar series, struck at the legendary Carson City Mint. Designed by George T. Morgan, the coin features the iconic portrait of Lady Liberty on the obverse and a heraldic eagle on the reverse.
This coin is described as AU Details (Cleaned), meaning it has the wear level of an About Uncirculated coin but has been assigned a “Details” designation due to surface alteration from cleaning. In AU condition, the coin shows only slight wear on the highest points—such as Liberty’s cheek and hair, and the eagle’s breast—while retaining much of its original detail and some remaining luster.
However, the cleaning designation indicates that the coin’s surfaces may exhibit unnatural brightness, hairlines, or a lack of original patina. While this affects its technical grade and market value, the coin still retains strong visual detail and overall presence.
The 1889-CC issue is a key rarity, with a low mintage and limited surviving population. Coins from the Carson City Mint are especially prized for their connection to the American Old West, making them highly desirable among collectors regardless of condition.
Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, this coin follows the standard Morgan Dollar alloy.
An 1889-CC Morgan Dollar AU Details (Cleaned) offers collectors a more affordable opportunity to own one of the most important coins in the series—combining strong detail, historical significance, and key-date rarity despite its cleaned status.
