Price Guide for 1902 Dollar Variants
This guide presents price ranges for variants from three sources: eBay sales, third-party auctions, and PCGS guides. Values are shown for various conditions, allowing collectors to compare across different market segments. Price estimates may vary between sources, especially for rarer variants.
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $21.00 – $7,500.00Uncirculated: $25.00 – $28,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $20.50 – $260.00Uncirculated: $28.00 – $1,895.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $32.00 – $140.00Uncirculated: $170.00 – $35,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $6.00 – $13,000.00Uncirculated: $22.00 – $33,600.00
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eBayCirculated: $22.11 – $155.00Uncirculated: $0.99 – $1,739.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $30.00 – $70.00Uncirculated: $75.00 – $41,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $19.00 – $7,000.00Uncirculated: $10.00 – $99,875.00
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eBayCirculated: $30.00 – $999.00Uncirculated: $155.50 – $6,249.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $50.00 – $550.00Uncirculated: $600.00 – $225,000.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $288.00 – $3,630.00Uncirculated: $4.00 – $53,500.00
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eBayCirculated: $249.99Uncirculated: $35.00 – $5,100.00
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $1,450.00 – $1,800.00Uncirculated: $2,200.00 – $60,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $24.00 – $18,800.00
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eBayUncirculated: $36.00 – $1,794.95
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $150.00 – $24,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $600.00 – $14,400.00
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eBayUncirculated: $560.00 – $1,580.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $650.00 – $12,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $242.00 – $9,900.00
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eBayUncirculated: $125.00 – $3,950.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $750.00 – $8,850.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,265.00 – $10,350.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $15,000.00 – $22,500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $168.00
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eBayUncirculated: $115.00 – $1,630.00
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eBayUncirculated: $100.00 – $475.00
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eBayCirculated: $18.13
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $47.00 – $780.00Uncirculated: $230.00 – $1,200.00
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eBayCirculated: $19.81 – $192.00Uncirculated: $455.01 – $1,002.01
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $90.00 – $950.00Uncirculated: $1,000.00 – $2,350.00
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eBayCirculated: $1,499.99Uncirculated: $335.00 – $621.00
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eBayUncirculated: $86.00 – $92.55
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eBayCirculated: $2.51 – $15.50Uncirculated: $600.00 – $763.55
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eBayCirculated: $13.55
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eBayCirculated: $34.88 – $99.99Uncirculated: $31.00 – $865.00
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eBayUncirculated: $53.00 – $62.00
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eBayUncirculated: $76.88 – $103.50
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $130.00 – $14,100.00
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eBayUncirculated: $393.88 – $625.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $200.00 – $25,000.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $4,602.00 – $6,900.00
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eBayUncirculated: $52.99 – $269.99
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eBayUncirculated: $37.00 – $320.00
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eBayUncirculated: $107.50
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eBayUncirculated: $45.00 – $272.00
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eBayUncirculated: $43.00 – $1,275.00
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eBayUncirculated: $74.00 – $163.61
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eBayUncirculated: $74.99
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eBayUncirculated: $45.00 – $99.00
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eBayCirculated: $36.36Uncirculated: $53.11 – $178.27
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eBayUncirculated: $54.99 – $99.55
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eBayCirculated: $88.99 – $1,875.00Uncirculated: $47.00 – $202.75
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eBayUncirculated: $649.99
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eBayCirculated: $42.95Uncirculated: $35.00 – $112.50
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eBayUncirculated: $59.00 – $1,826.00
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eBayUncirculated: $86.00
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eBayUncirculated: $78.00
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eBayUncirculated: $60.00
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eBayUncirculated: $47.02 – $73.80
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eBayUncirculated: $75.00
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eBayUncirculated: $64.08 – $95.00
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eBayUncirculated: $127.50
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $79.00 – $969.38
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eBayCirculated: $50.00Uncirculated: $48.00 – $1,139.99
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $100.00 – $110.00Uncirculated: $120.00 – $2,000.00
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eBayUncirculated: $134.95 – $685.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,440.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $312.00
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eBayUncirculated: $92.00 – $399.00
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eBayUncirculated: $42.00 – $349.00
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eBayUncirculated: $79.99
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $71.00
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eBayUncirculated: $49.99 – $53.00
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eBayUncirculated: $45.11
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eBayUncirculated: $52.55 – $92.00
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eBayUncirculated: $59.00
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eBayUncirculated: $203.50
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $109.00Uncirculated: $180.00 – $930.00
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eBayCirculated: $157.50Uncirculated: $70.00 – $157.50
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PCGS Price GuideCirculated: $90.00 – $100.00Uncirculated: $120.00 – $500.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $192.00 – $529.00
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eBayUncirculated: $103.00 – $1,650.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $1,610.00 – $1,725.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $4,200.00
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eBayUncirculated: $489.99
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $336.00
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eBayCirculated: $70.00 – $85.00
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eBayCirculated: $37.25 – $89.00
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eBayCirculated: $56.95 – $100.00
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3rd Party PriceCirculated: $288.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $480.00
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eBayCirculated: $79.94 – $96.00
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3rd Party PriceUncirculated: $3,600.00 – $34,075.00
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PCGS Price GuideUncirculated: $3,150.00 – $90,000.00
Design and Specifications of the 1902 Dollar
The 1902 Morgan Silver Dollar was part of the long-running Morgan dollar series, which began in 1878 and continued until 1904, with a final year of production in 1921. This coin was minted during a period of increasing silver production in the United States, resulting from the Sherman Silver Purchase Act of 1890.
By 1902, the Morgan dollar had been in circulation for over two decades, playing a crucial role in American commerce and serving as a symbol of the country’s economic strength. However, many of these coins were stored in bank vaults rather than circulated widely, as paper currency was becoming more popular for everyday transactions.
Weight | 26.73 grams |
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Diameter | 38.1 mm |
Mint Marks | O, S (No mint mark for Philadelphia) |
Composition | 90% silver, 10% copper |
Obverse Design | Liberty head design, also known as the Morgan dollar, designed by George T. Morgan |
Reverse Design | Heraldic eagle with wings spread, clutching arrows and an olive branch, designed by George T. Morgan |
Rarity Factors and Value Drivers
The condition of a 1902 Morgan Dollar significantly impacts its value and desirability among collectors. Coins in uncirculated condition (MS60 and above) command substantial premiums, with values increasing dramatically for grades MS65 and higher.
Strike quality is particularly important for Morgan dollars, with well-struck coins showing full detail on Liberty’s hair and the eagle’s feathers being highly sought after. Luster is another crucial factor, with coins displaying full, original mint luster being most desirable. Toning can also affect value, with attractively toned specimens often commanding premiums among collectors.
Mintage: 7,994,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Relatively common in grades up to MS64, but scarce in MS65 and above
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, popular among Morgan dollar collectors
Mintage: 8,636,000
Rarity Scale: Common
Circulation Status: Moderate Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Similar to Philadelphia, but slightly more challenging to find in higher grades
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: Moderate, with some premium for well-preserved specimens
Mintage: 1,530,000
Rarity Scale: Uncommon
Circulation Status: Limited Circulation
Preservation Rarity: Scarce in MS65 and above, with strong demand for high-grade examples
Varieties Errors: None significant
Market Demand: High, especially for well-preserved specimens
Date and mint mark combination plays a role in determining value, with the San Francisco issue being the scarcest of the 1902 Morgan dollars. Die varieties, while not particularly significant for the 1902 issue, can add interest and value for specialized collectors.
The overall eye appeal of the coin is crucial, with coins free from distracting marks or blemishes being most desirable. Additionally, provenance can add value, especially if the coin can be traced to a famous collection or has been certified by a respected grading service.