Mid to upper AU imo, but that is one beautiful old coin!
Unfortunately, I believe the obv. has been harshly cleaned. looks like about xf40 details to me.
For comparison, here is my dipped/slightly retoned example, bought off eBay (raw) before I had an idea of what original surfaces looked like......
I think the reflections are messin' with ya. Don't be surprised that it's not a Morgan when it arrives. :)
That's really a beautiful coin despite the re-engraving. It has a great look and many collectors would be proud to own it, I think. Nice...
It looks genuine but probably cleaned, or at least dipped to death. So many seated dollars have been messed with, that I would only purchase one...
As previously stated, just factor in the "juice" as part of your bid and don't go over your self imposed limit.
Love that blue on the rev!
I like the OP's coin, totally original and served its purpose in the channels of commerce. I find it very appealing for its condition.
Looks like a granular cast fake to me.
With respect to the 2 Barbers that Doug posted: the 97-O has streaks and very little luster given the overall lack of wear. It also looks like...
On a lot of these the BER on the band was polished off the die. This one looks EF cleaned/dipped/polished. Finding an example with more...
Thanks! From CRO.
Swimmin' with the whales, Matt! Beautiful proof.
Many, many seated coins have been cleaned. If you buy them raw you will encounter cleaned coins. Using a point source light, like an LED...
Alternative name: the "Bagel O" (more acceptable in NY and Philly; In NO maybe the "Beignette O (although beignette lack a hole). Just...
I think it should be renamed the "Cheerie-O"
If choosing a Trade dollar for a type example, I would consider something like this one (I have no connection to the seller)...
sorry, posted wrong image!
I think that was a good move, Seba79. No need to be in a hurry and feel free to post anything you have questions about. Happy collecting!
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