Need a second opinion 1864-L or just 1864

I picked this up the other day at a sale. At first glance I think it is a pointy bust 1864L. But never having had to judge one before, and looking back and forth at pics on the net, I've gotten a little snow-blind looking at it.

Hoping for a second opinion.

Thanks,
-Bill

 

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A close up of where the 'L' is suppose to be will help. thanks

 

It looks to be the pointy bust, but it is sure eaten up.

 

Yeah, looks to be an 1864-L

 

And another Yup...

 

Thanks guys for all the replies. I have attached a closer pictures for the L area if that will help anyone to be sure. I think it is as clear as I am going to be able to do with my current equipment.

All in all it is a little beat up, but for a couple of bucks I didn't think i could go too wrong.

 

I believe that is the L.

 

looks like the L, but without the L plainly showing there is no premium over the 64. Nice pick though.

 

You brought up a good point about the L not showing and premium of no more than G-4. I do remember reading that if there is no visable L at all not even a blob, the coin should be considered AG-3 and priced likewise. If the coin shows only a minor trace that an L was present it should get G-4 price. Does anyone else believe this is correct?

 

If you go by redbook I think it says "L must be showing" in other words even if the bust is right it isn't even considered to be an L if the L doesn't show, which usually means you have to be at F or better to see it, I cherry picked one because I recognized the point and the L is just barely visible and it is a F.

 

Thanks for all your help guys!