Help Grading This 1923 Peace Dollar.

I use an iPhone 8, and I LOVE the camera for lots of reasons, but for coins, I think it is wonderful! I use it zooming into about 5X (primarily for cents) and then use the in phone editing tools to crop and adjust tones/lighting, then using "the cloud" I further edit on my computer (I use Jasc Shop Pro) to re-size to CCF's standards.

Yes, there are lots of steps, and yes it takes a little time, but like anything else, the more you use it, the better you get and the faster you become. I have a USB microscope, but I use it only for examining coins. Personally, I think the iPhone's camera is easier to use, but maybe that's just me.

OK, Jeremy, you asked for comments, so here goes... first off, you gave us way, way too many photos! Usually, we ask for photos of both sides of your coin, then A good, sharp close-up if you have a specific question or issue with your coin or MAYBE two, then that's it. Many times photos given to us aren't sharp, or aren't close enough, but that's not the case with your photos. Overall your photographs are pretty darn good! Also, please be specific with your title and wording of your question. Many time we have to guess, and that's not good for anybody!

To help you towards perfection, your lighting is too bright, and you need to crop your photos to the very edges of your coin. I understand your need to make sure we see everything, but you gave us too many photographs, as already mentioned. If you stick to photos of the front and back, and one or two close ups, you should be fine, ok? If we need more photos, we'll ask and if we do, please don't take offence to it.

Since we're already digging deep here, don't hold your coins with you hands/fingers! It makes us cringe! Your coins can easily be damaged by oils in your fingerprints. Better, buy inexpensive cotton gloves from your local coin shop or hobby store (to protect your investments).

We are a friendly bunch here, so don't be afraid to ask questions. It is important to post your coins in the right section to assure it's seen by those most interested. (You posted your Peace dollar in the "Modern Grading" section, but it belongs in the "Classic Grading" section- the moderators will move it for you )

I look forward to seeing more of your coins, Jeremy. Again, ask questions anytime about anything, and we'll try to help you out. Please give your iPhone another chance, it is a fine camera! Best of luck to you!

MS63 for me