1899-O Morgan Silver Dollar New Orleans The 1899-O Morgan Silver Dollar is a significant artifact of American currency history, struck at the legendary New Orleans Mint. Composed of 90% silver and 10% copper, each coin contains 0.77344 troy ounces of pure silver. The "O" mint mark represents the resilience of the Southern minting tradition during the late 19th century. While the 1899-O had a substantial mintage of over 12 million, vast quantities remained in Treasury vaults for decades, leading to a unique market where Mint State examples are often as accessible as high-grade circulated specimens. This year is particularly noted for its sharp strikes compared to other New Orleans issues. Please refer to the provided high-resolution photographs to evaluate the specific condition and surface characteristics of this piece.