Last year I gave my nephew a Morgan for Christmas. It was just a worn out buck from my collection. He keeps it in his pocket as a good luck charm. Every time I talk to him, he brings that dollar up. Mikey is not a collector, but does enjoy that dollar. This year I want to spend a little more on him and get him a Morgan with a little more value and collector's appeal. I would put it in an air tight, or possibly buy a graded coin, and explain the coin from a collector's point of view. So what Morgan would you buy for a non-collector? Would you buy a high quality mint state common or an equally valued coin which is less appealing to the eye, but valued the same? Maybe even a beat up CC. Mikey's a senior in high school.
I agree, an NGC or PCGS certified MS63-65 (depending on budget) would be a great gift idea. He already has one he can carry, now he can have one to start a collection. Perhaps one with a little light toning might be a good idea.
+1 And get him an "O". That gives you something else cool to explain. My first (and only) Morgan is a beat up 1896 "O".
Have you considered a different series? A peace dollar is another beautiful coin, and it might show him something he likes even better or to spark an intrest to see what's out there...either way you go I think the gift of numismatics is a great gift. I've done this with my nephew as well. I would also go with a high(er) graded common in a tpg holder.
Peace dollar is a great idea. Another would be a large cent or two cent piece. They are always conversation starters. Maybe even a half cent.
what to buy morgans i have a couple of morgans i would part with seeing i dont collect american coins theres 3 in total 1921s , 1889o ,1878s thing is i dont even know the value. have to check the going rates on ebay i guess or if someone can fill me in i also have a 1922 peace dollar
that is almost as good as it gets as the camera is a s cheapy, unless i try pics under different light.. stay tuned
what to buy morgans and peace,, pics heres a few more pics i cant get it any better then this, but if theres something you want me to check for with a magnfing glass let me know..
what to buy morgans, peace dollar pics he res a couple of more pics thats all i have in american except an early 1900s 10 gold piece which im keeping. i have pennies from the late 1800's and some early dimes and 5 cent peices as well which id part with..but as for pics thats as good as i can get them unless i had a really good camera, which i think ill get
i just weighed all of these coins the scales dont go to the points but they all showed 26 grams is that the norm on these..thats all 4 of them each 106 total on the 4?
I would buy him a 2010 ASE proof although it might not be a pocket coin. It may spark some interest in collecting though.
If you want to get him a certified Morgan, why don't you check out a PCGS or NGC 1881-S in MS64 or MS65. The 81-S has one of the nicest strikes of the entire series and since they are so plentiful, you can get one for a reasonable price. Chris
Go with a MS morgan... like an 1881 S The date looks cool... its a common date.... And a Morgan is exciting...
1880-S & 1881-S are easy to fined Ngc & Pcgs Graded MS-63-64 A nice toned Morgan Dollar would be my pick.
I agree go with a different series! It will reignite that interest. Trade Dollar, Sitting Liberty, Peace Dollar, & don't rule out other denominations... Another great gift might be that giant picture book "100 Greatest U.S. Coins" or even the "100 Greatest American Currency Notes" or both? http://www.amazon.com/100-Greatest-...=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1298311434&sr=1-1 http://www.amazon.com/100-Greatest-...=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1298311267&sr=8-1
That's what I'd do b/c he already has a Morgan and if he is a little bit interested maybe a beautiful modern proof would be more appreciated. just a thought!
I would buy him a coin or coins that wasn't high grade so he could handle it without worrying about affecting the value. I think to someone just getting into it, it's nice to be able to touch the coin on it's surface and not worry about holding it wrong and everything else. Just my 2 cents. I've always felt that giving kids a bunch of different coins that aren't as expensive was the way to go. I realize he's a senior in HS but I still think he might take more pleasure in having examples of different coins to check out. Instead of paying 60 bucks for 1 coin I would probably buy him 3-5 coins that were 10-12 dollars each. Personally I think having an example of a large cent, maybe a seated dime or some other older coins would be a better bet from an enjoyment stand point.
