Coin, US

1921 Morgan Silver Dollar Obverse

1921 Morgan Silver Dollar Obverse

Name/Title

Coin, US

Entry/Object ID

2024.4.4

Description

1921 Morgan dollar minted in Philadelphia. 90% pure silver, 10% copper. The coin is named after its designer, United States Mint Assistant Engraver George T. Morgan. The obverse depicts a profile portrait representing Liberty, modeled by Anna Willess Williams, while the reverse depicts an eagle with wings outstretched.

Collection

Benicia Historical Museum Collection

Made/Created

Artist

George T. Morgan

Date made

1921