The Significance of the Flowing Hair Design

The Flowing Hair motif is one of the earliest and most beloved designs in U.S. coinage, symbolizing liberty in its purest form. This 230th Anniversary Medal revives that spirit with a fresh strike on fine silver, connecting collectors today to the foundation of United States coin artistry.

Understanding the Morgan Silver Dollar Legacy

While this medal celebrates the Flowing Hair design, it’s important to appreciate the heritage carried forward by the Morgan Silver Dollar, named after its creator George T. Morgan. Minted initially from 1878 to 1904 and briefly in 1921, the Morgan Dollar remains a cornerstone of American collecting due to its intricate design and storied past.

• Face Value: $1, fully backed by the U.S. Government
• Mint Locations: Carson City (CC), San Francisco (S), Denver (D), Philadelphia (no mint mark)
• Obverse Details: Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap, framed by "E Pluribus Unum," the date, and thirteen stars representing the original colonies
• Reverse Details: Bald eagle clutching an olive branch and arrows, encircled by "United States of America," "One Dollar," and "In God We Trust"
• Edge Type: Reeded
• Metal Content: 0.7734 Troy Ounce of .900 fine silver
• Weight: 26.73 grams

The Morgan Dollar’s design elements echo the early ideals of liberty and strength, themes that resonate well with the Flowing Hair Medal’s tribute.

Certification and Quality

This 2024 Silver 230th Anniversary Flowing Hair Medal proudly carries a professional certification grade of MS70, meaning it’s in pristine, flawless condition straight from the mint. Such a grade assures collectors of top-tier quality and enduring value.

Certified modern commemoratives like this piece are an excellent way to both celebrate history and invest in expertly crafted silver medals with lasting appeal.