Expert: Brad Swain - 3/18/2010

Question
I have a 1889 s Silver Dollar that is in  perfect condition.  I have no idea what it's worth.  Do you know the value of this coin?

Thank you,
Joyce

Answer
Hi Joyce, in Uncirculated condition (no wear) it may be worth about $275 or more depending on amount of luster, bagmarks and collector demand. There were 700,000 minted in San Francisco (S)
that year and it contains .7734 of an ounce of silver.
You might try Ebay.com for similar pieces for comparison.
You might take it by a local coin shop for a first hand opinion: http://find.mapmuse.com/interest/coin_dealers .
You might also try a library for a copy of the Guidebook of United States Coins for pictures, values and lots more interesting info.
Brad