1886 Morgan Silver Dollar — Annie Oakley — American West — Original Presentation Card & Stamp
Step back into the legendary era of the American West with this 1886 Morgan Silver Dollar presented with the story of Annie Oakley, one of America's most famous sharpshooters and one of the best-known women of the Old West.
This collectible combines an authentic 19th-century Morgan Silver Dollar with an original American West presentation card, historical personality, and accompanying stamp. The coin remains preserved in its original presentation.
Annie Oakley — “Little Sure Shot”
Annie Oakley (1860–1926), born Phoebe Ann Moses, became an international sensation through her extraordinary skill as a sharpshooter.
Oakley developed her shooting ability at a young age while helping provide food for her family. Her remarkable talent eventually brought her to the attention of the famous frontier performer William “Buffalo Bill” Cody.
In 1885, Annie Oakley joined Buffalo Bill's Wild West, where she quickly became one of the show's star attractions. Audiences were amazed by her ability to shoot with extraordinary precision, including demonstrations in which she split playing cards and performed other feats of marksmanship.
Her reputation extended far beyond the United States. When Buffalo Bill's Wild West traveled to London in 1887, Oakley performed before British audiences and attracted the attention of royalty. Queen Victoria was among those who saw her performances.
Oakley became known by the nickname “Little Sure Shot,” a name associated with her extraordinary accuracy and her growing fame.
Her story is especially remarkable because she became one of the most celebrated performers of an era when opportunities for women were often severely limited. Her talent, determination, and independence made her a lasting symbol of the American West.
The 1886 Morgan Silver Dollar
The Morgan dollar was designed by George T. Morgan and became one of America's most recognizable historic silver coins.
This 1886 Morgan dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, meaning it carries no mint mark. The Philadelphia Mint produced 19,963,000 Morgan dollars in 1886. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper and weighs approximately 26.73 grams.
Coin: 1886 Morgan Silver Dollar
Mint: Philadelphia — No Mint Mark
Mintage: 19,963,000
Designer: George T. Morgan
Composition: 90% Silver / 10% Copper
Weight: Approximately 26.73 grams
Silver Content: Approximately 0.7734 troy ounce
Condition: Ungraded / Uncertified
Presentation: Original American West-themed presentation card and sleeve
Additional Collectible: Stamp mounted on the presentation card
A Morgan Dollar Paired With an American Icon
The combination of an 1886 Morgan Silver Dollar and Annie Oakley makes this an especially appealing presentation for collectors interested in the people and stories of the American West.
The timing is particularly interesting. The Morgan dollar dates to 1886, just one year after Annie Oakley joined Buffalo Bill's Wild West. By this period, Oakley was becoming one of the most recognizable performers associated with the frontier, while the Morgan dollar was circulating during the great era of western expansion and development.
The Morgan dollar itself has no documented personal connection to Annie Oakley. Instead, the original presentation pairs the historic silver dollar with the story of a remarkable woman whose extraordinary shooting ability helped make her an enduring American icon.
Original Presentation Card & Stamp
The Morgan dollar remains in its original presentation card and sleeve, accompanied by the Annie Oakley historical material and stamp shown in the photographs.
Keeping the original presentation intact allows the collector to enjoy the complete display as it was originally presented rather than simply owning the Morgan dollar by itself.
Collector's Note
This Morgan dollar has not been professionally graded or encapsulated by a third-party grading service. It is offered as an unggraded/uncertified 1886 Morgan Silver Dollar in its original Western-themed presentation.
Please examine the photographs carefully. They show the actual coin, presentation card, sleeve, and stamp included with this collectible.
A wonderful collectible for Morgan dollar collectors, Annie Oakley and Buffalo Bill enthusiasts, women's history collectors, Western Americana enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the legendary personalities of the American frontier.
