Pretty much hit-free. Tons of luster, my pics make it look flat, but it cartwheels and is very bright in hand.
TPG's would probably call in genuine. If you are asking what we think, I would guess 64. I don't think it would go 65, but that may be influenced by you pictures. You are correct. They make it look flat.
Hmm, really? http://www.cointalk.com/t164585/ The 1888, 1914 and 1917 all have blue on them and are slabbed. Is there something that differentiates those coins from this one? I'm asking here because I'd like to start collecting LWC's, but don't know much about grading 'em... I appreciate the free education.
Here is what she says under the 1914- I can give you no guarantees, but blues have problems getting certified.