The production of silver dollars had resumed after a gap of sixteen years. The 1921-S Morgan Dollar (Buy on eBay) had a mintage of 21,695,000. Together with the coins produced at other mint facilities, there were more than 85 million Morgan Silver Dollars produced during the year.
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Although not recognized until later, the 1921 San Francisco issue is less frequently encountered than the Philadelphia and Denver Mint issues. Finding a high grade example that is fully struck with good luster can be a challenge. Many higher grade examples will have shallow details on Liberty’s hair and the reverse.
1921-S Morgan Dollar Mintage and Specifications
- Mintage: 21,695,000
- Mint Mark: S (San Francisco)
- Composition: 90% silver, 10% copper
- Weight: 26.73 grams
- Diameter: 38.1 mm
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