I have a Morgan that has a very similar look to your 1886. On the reverse of mine the toning is the same, dark black with bright, shiny surfaces throughout. It also has a lot less wear on the reverse than it does on the obverse. When I got it there was a yellowish residue on parts of the reverse, an acetone dip removed the residue revealing the bright surfaces. Due to the uneven wear pattern & the residue, I'm about 99% sure my coin was once glued to a belt buckle. Is that a possibility with your 1886?




























