Two distinct coins—not a two-coin set
The first thing to keep straight is that the Mint lists the Morgan and Peace enhanced uncirculated dollars as individual products. A collector who wants both should plan for two separate product pages, two item numbers, and two individual prices. Do not confuse them with the 2026 Morgan and Peace Reverse Proof releases, which use a different finish and are a different buying decision.
Both August products are part of the 2026 Semiquincentennial program. The Mint identifies each as a .999 fine-silver dollar struck at West Point, with 0.859 troy ounce of silver, a 38.10 mm diameter, and a reeded edge. Both carry the one-year “1776 ~ 2026” dual date and the Liberty Bell/250 privy-mark theme.
| Official listing detail | 2026 Morgan Enhanced Uncirculated | 2026 Peace Enhanced Uncirculated |
|---|---|---|
| Item number | 26XE | 26XH |
| Current listed price | $169 | $169 |
| Scheduled sale | August 25, 2026, 12 noon ET | August 25, 2026, 12 noon ET |
| Limit | 250,000 product/mintage; 10 per household | 250,000 product/mintage; 10 per household |
| Design origin | George T. Morgan | Anthony de Francisci |
| Packaging | Encapsulated coin, blue presentation box, certificate of authenticity | Encapsulated coin, blue presentation box, certificate of authenticity |
What the Enhanced Uncirculated finish means here
“Enhanced Uncirculated” identifies the Mint finish, not a grade or a guarantee about secondary-market value. The Mint’s specifications make the safer comparison: these are individually sold, 99.9% silver collector coins with a distinctive finish, rather than the reverse-proof versions released under the same broader Morgan and Peace program.
If your collection is driven by a particular series, choose by design first. The Morgan carries George T. Morgan’s Liberty profile and eagle reverse, while the Peace carries Anthony de Francisci’s radiant Liberty and the eagle-at-rest reverse with the word “PEACE.” The shared anniversary treatment makes them companions; it does not make one a substitute for the other.
Why 2026 is visually different
The Mint describes the Morgan as a one-year Semiquincentennial issue with the “1776 ~ 2026” dual date and a Liberty Bell privy mark with “250.” The Peace product page identifies the same anniversary elements. Those visible details are the clearest reason to keep the 2026 releases separate in a collection from ordinary-date modern Morgan and Peace dollars.
A calm buying checklist for August 25
- Decide whether you want Morgan, Peace, or both. They are separate listings. Save the official links for 26XE and 26XH rather than relying on a reseller’s shorthand.
- Confirm the live price and limits near sale time. Product limits, household limits, and availability can change. The Mint’s listing is the authority for the order screen you will actually use.
- Sign in and check your shipping details beforehand. Avoid spending the opening minutes hunting for an old address or card issue. Do not share account credentials with anyone claiming to help you buy.
- Keep the order confirmation and packaging. The Mint says each coin includes a certificate of authenticity. Preserve the box, certificate, and order record if long-term collector value matters to you.
- Skip price predictions. A release limit is not a realized market price. If you later compare the coins, use completed sales for the exact product, condition, and packaging—not an asking price or social-media hype.
What not to mix up
Three terms can blur together in a fast-moving release week: uncirculated, enhanced uncirculated, and reverse proof. They are not interchangeable. The August 25 listings are specifically the enhanced-uncirculated coins. A different finish can have a different product page, sale history, price, and collector demand.
Also avoid assuming that the household limit means either coin will sell out instantly or that it will be easy to buy later. The limit is simply the Mint’s current stated purchase rule. The sensible move is to buy only what fits your collection and budget, then document exactly what you received.
Frequently asked questions
Are the 2026 Morgan and Peace enhanced uncirculated dollars sold as a set?
The Mint currently lists them as separate products: Morgan 26XE and Peace 26XH. Each has its own $169 listed price and its own order page.
When do they go on sale?
The Mint’s product pages currently state August 25, 2026, at 12 noon ET. Check those pages again before ordering in case the schedule changes.
How much silver is in each coin?
The Mint lists each as .999 fine silver with 0.859 troy ounce of silver, a 38.10 mm diameter, and a reeded edge.
Do the coins have a West Point mint mark?
The Mint lists West Point as the production facility and “No Mint Mark” in the specifications. That is not a missing detail; it is how the Mint describes these products.
Will either coin be worth more than issue price?
No future premium is guaranteed. Mintage, demand, condition, packaging, and the number of collectors pursuing the exact issue can all matter. Treat the Mint price as the purchase price, not an appraisal.