what is the weight of a morgan silver dollar in grams

[SanHarley]

Hello! That's an excellent question for any coin enthusiast. Weighing your coins is a great way to learn more about them.

A standard, uncirculated Morgan Silver Dollar has a specified weight of 26.73 grams. This is the official weight set by the U.S. Mint when the coins were produced. This weight comes from the coin's specific metallic composition, which is 90% silver and 10% copper.

It's important to remember that the weight of a circulated coin can vary slightly. A Morgan dollar that has been used in commerce for many years will likely weigh a little less than 26.73 grams due to natural wear and tear from being handled. Checking the weight is a common first step for collectors when verifying a coin's authenticity, as a significant difference from the standard weight could be a red flag.

The context you provided indicates that weighing these coins is a common practice among collectors, but it doesn't give the specific weight. The information in this answer is based on the official U.S. Mint specifications for the Morgan Silver Dollar.

Hope this helps you with your collection