How Would You Grade This 1881 O Morgan?

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Archraz Pillar of the Community United States 3499 Posts	Posted 12/27/2008 01:16 am So what kind of grade would you assign to this Morgan? (Sorry if the scans are not the best). Image: USdollar1881oobv2.jpg 74.67 KB Image: USdollar1881orev2.jpg 77.57 KB Report this Post to the Staff

tights24 Pillar of the Community United States 2254 Posts	Posted 12/27/2008 08:48 am Looks like a pretty nice example. Unfortunately I think I see rub on the high points of the obverse. Maybe it's a really really weak strike, but I'm not sure. Especially above the forehead. I can only go AU53, maybe a 55 on this coin without it in hand. The fields look very good, but that could just be the scan kind of blending any hits. Report this Post to the Staff
SeatedNut Pillar of the Community United States 2797 Posts	Posted 12/27/2008 10:27 am Archraz. Sorry, but I can't help with those scans. When I look at a Morgan I give it a first impression grade based on visible condition and eye appeal. Then I add or subtract to the score based on things I see after a closer look. This one could go anywhere from AU55 to MS63. Look on the high points of the coin for "rub". That's where the mint luster (frost) may have been removed due to friction. If it is missing, you probably have an AU coin. One other note, New Orleans dollars are notorious for weak strikes and what may appear to be wear (lack of definition on the eagle's breast feathers) may just be because the mint didn't put the defintition there to begin with. That's why you need to see undisturbed luster. Report this Post to the Staff
atlashealth Pillar of the Community United States 1691 Posts	Posted 12/27/2008 10:46 am AU-50 Report this Post to the Staff
echizento Moderator United States 23731 Posts	Posted 12/27/2008 10:58 am Very nice, I think this would grade at least MS-60. Report this Post to the Staff
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