1887 Morgan Silver Dollar — William “Buffalo Bill” Cody — American West — Original Presentation Card & Stamp
Step back into the legendary era of the American West with this 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar featuring William “Buffalo Bill” Cody, one of the most recognizable figures in American frontier history.
This collectible combines a genuine 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.
The Story of Buffalo Bill Cody
William Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody (1846–1917) lived a remarkable life that became closely associated with the American West.
Over the course of his life, Cody worked as a Pony Express rider, buffalo hunter, Army scout, guide, soldier, performer, and showman. His skill as a buffalo hunter earned him the famous nickname “Buffalo Bill.” According to the Library of Congress, Cody reportedly killed more than 4,000 buffalo during an 18-month period while supplying meat to workers building the Kansas Pacific Railroad.
Cody eventually transformed his frontier experiences into entertainment. In 1883 he launched Buffalo Bill's Wild West, a traveling show that brought his version of the American frontier to audiences throughout the United States and Europe. The show became an international sensation and helped create the enduring popular image of the American West.
His life included many chapters — from frontier work and military scouting to performing and promoting the Western lifestyle to audiences around the world.
The 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar
The Morgan dollar was designed by George T. Morgan and became one of America's most famous silver coins.
This 1887 Morgan dollar was struck at the Philadelphia Mint, meaning it carries no mint mark. The Philadelphia Mint produced 20,290,000 Morgan dollars in 1887. The coin is composed of 90% silver and 10% copper and weighs approximately 26.73 grams.
Coin: 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar
Mint: Philadelphia — No Mint Mark
Mintage: 20,290,000
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 and an American Legend
The pairing of this 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar with Buffalo Bill Cody makes this an especially appealing piece for collectors interested in the history and personalities of the American West.
The timing is particularly interesting. Buffalo Bill's Wild West began in 1883, only four years before this Morgan dollar was minted. By 1887, Cody's fame was spreading far beyond the American frontier, and his Wild West show had become an international attraction. In fact, his show performed in London in 1887 as part of the celebrations surrounding Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee.
The Morgan dollar does not have a documented personal connection to Buffalo Bill Cody. Instead, the original presentation pairs an authentic period American silver coin with the story of one of the most famous personalities associated with the Old West.
Original Presentation
The Morgan dollar remains in its original presentation card and sleeve, accompanied by the Buffalo Bill Cody historical material and stamp shown in the photographs.
Keeping the original presentation intact adds another dimension to the collectible, making it more than simply a loose Morgan dollar.
Collector's Note
This coin has not been professionally graded or encapsulated by a third-party grading service. It is offered as an unggraded/uncertified 1887 Morgan Silver Dollar in its original Western-themed presentation.
Please examine the photographs carefully. They show the actual coin, card, sleeve, and stamp included with this collectible.
A wonderful collectible for Morgan dollar enthusiasts, Buffalo Bill collectors, Old West and Western Americana collectors, history enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the legendary personalities of the American frontier.
