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Valued Member
South Africa
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Guys I ordered a Morgan dollar 1879 from my dealer he says its bu, what would it look like as a BU? |
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Pillar of the Community
Korea, Republic Of
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It should have absolutely no wear, lesser marks on the surfaces and good luster to be Brilliant Uncirculated.
It could be toned or not toned.
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United States
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It should have absolutely no wear, lesser marks on the surfaces and good luster to be Brilliant Uncirculated. I agree with the "no wear". It should have "luster" but not necessarily "good luster" ("good" is a rather subjective term). But most likely NOT "lesser marks"; BU runs from about MS-61 to MS-63. Expect lots of marks and unfortunately in the prime areas (cheek and field in front of the face). |
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Rest in Peace
United States
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Agreed, no signs of circulation wear and should have cartwheel luster. It will have multiple contact marks from being stored in bags, in vaults. Post some photos when you receive it.  I would expect around MS62 but BU is a grey area without a corresponding numerical grade http://www.pcgs.com/photograde/#/Morgan/Grades |
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Valued Member
 South Africa
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Thanks guys it feels a bit weird importing a coin with so much history, will take great care of it, been looking for one for very long but dont trust e bay so many fakes, already got burned with a fake,thanks again
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Korea, Republic Of
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But most likely NOT "lesser marks"; BU runs from about MS-61 to MS-63. Expect lots of marks and unfortunately in the prime areas (cheek and field in front of the face).  Was thinking of Korean grading standards. BU generally means a coin that's 65 or higher; therefore significantly lesser marks. Just plain Unc is what we call the "Low MS" grades in Korea. |
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Valued Member
United States
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Also don't pay more than 40 dollars for it.
Dealers like to price gouge the new guys.
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Valued Member
South Africa
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Paying spot for it, but import costs will eat into the price, its worth it
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Valued Member
United States
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Melt is $16.04 with silver at $20.74 an oz.
Last week melt was under $15
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Valued Member
South Africa
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It will be around 80 dollars!! Wow its heavy
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