1883-O DMPL Morgan...need Help With Grading Please

Thanks, Mont. My concern is the rim dings, though. How much does that knock down the grade?

Thanks, Paralyse. As I mentioned, my pictures are lacking. The seller has a much better setup to photograph coins, particularly when it comes to lighting, and the contrast is much stronger than you see in my lame image.

Your welcome, and I agree with Paralyse, the rim dings are too minor to hold the coin back.

Thanks for pointing that out, Dave. I'm not very knowledgeable about varieties, but after doing a little research, you appear to be correct.

Also, I just realized I can use the "direct" function to insert pictures, as opposed to having to upload them. I've been having to dumb down photos in order to meet the upload requirements, which has really been hindering my images. Here's an 1880-s that I'm considering sending to ANACS, too. Unfortunately, only the obverse is DMPL, but I believe they'll note that distinction on the holder. You can see the details much better with this one than the pics I used for the 1883-o.

MS62DMPL

For better or worse, I updated the photos in my initial post. Also, is there a source for determining what qualifies as DMPL? I know there are certain thresholds that have to be met, but some of them are clear while others are not. In other words, some seem subjective (at the discretion of the grader), and not all grading companies are the same. Obviously, photos can make a coin appear DMPL when it's not, and vice-versa, based on quality of the image, lighting, editing, etc. I know what I have based on those things I can accurately measure, but it's difficult to gauge the other variables.

Agree 63DMPL, shot at 64.

Thanks, BH1964. I don't think this coin was ever submitted. The guy I buy from is local and almost always sells raw coins. He's always been spot on when it comes to condition and designations, too. However, I always value raw coins at least one grade below what I think they are (to be conservative) and will only pay PL prices even if it looks to be a strong DMPL. As I mentioned, this coin has 12-inch mirrors on both sides (well above the threshold) and I believe some gray areas are actually due to my camera lens interfering with the cameo, because these spots aren't stationary and move around as the camera/lens moves. The fields do have a lot of chatter and the frost is moderate, though. In any event, I appreciate the links and honest opinion.