I'm going gold bean on this one as well.
I've looked, there is nothing special about that coin, and yeah, there are a few MS66s around. [IMG]
Here is an interesting question. Who submitted that coin for grading, and why?
That is a cool looking Morgan. I think by the scale it is probably a 3, but because of the unique nature of the toning, I give it a low 4.
Wow, Calfornia is tough in that grade. Very Nice!
This thread is an oldie but a goodie, should answer your question. Jefferson Nickels Reverse of 38 vs Reverse of 40
MS66, but is that PVC residue I see on the obverse below Jefferson's chin? The coin is very clean save the marks above Monticello and the 39-D is...
PR66, but grading proof coins from photos is a total crapshoot
This blue color scheme is not my favorite and as such, I will hold it at a 3.
Another Gold Bean
Gold Bean
4 Great color and coverage but appears to lack vibrancy. Heritage photos are notorious for muting luster so this might be a 5 in hand.
The PCGS Rattler holder provides more value than the NGC Star ever could.
They are tough on 1880-S Morgan Dollars MS65 PL
I have a copy of the book and there is a lot of good info in there, such as the PAK Full Step Nickel Club and the start of the full step...
I think it is the lighting, but I can double check to be sure.
MY EYES!!!!!
My sniffer also detects something hinky, though I can not articulate what. No Sticker!
Very Pretty!
PCGS only requires that the bottom set of lines be full for the designation. The reason for this is that the weakness that plagues the series...
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