
Well, it seems you've stumbled upon a truly weighty subject in the coin-collecting world! While that Facebook post shows someone is on the right track by breaking out the scale, it doesn't quite give us the magic number. So, let's put this matter to rest.
A genuine, fresh-from-the-mint silver dollar tips the scales at a respectable 26.73 grams. This specific weight isn't just a random number pulled from a hat; it's the result of its composition, which is a classic American blend of 90% silver and 10% copper. Think of it as the coin's official fighting weight.
Of course, life happens, even to silver dollars. A coin that has seen the inside of a few pockets, cash registers, or saloon poker games will have lost a little of its youthful chubbiness. This wear and tear can shave off a few tenths of a gram, which is perfectly normal for a circulated piece. This is precisely why collectors get so meticulous with their scales. A Morgan that is significantly overweight or underweight is likely a counterfeit trying to crash the party, making the humble scale a collector's best friend.


