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<p>[QUOTE="susanlynn9, post: 16725, member: 1258"]It was suggested to me to just paste the description here rather than make everyone download the word file. This is the description I came up with. What do you think?</p><p><i>This is a very nice 1878S Morgan silver dollar that has MS63 details. Unfortunately, I have been told that there is a good chance this coin was nickel-plated. This would make sense in light of the high, even shine that is on both sides of this coin that almost gives it a proof-like appearance - but please understand that this is not a proof coin. Both rims are complete with clear denticles. On the obverse, all lettering, date, and design details are very sharp. There two small hairline scratches on the cheek that is barely noticeable. On the reverse, all lettering, mint mark, and design details are very sharp with the breast feathers showing a gorgeous strike. Without the plating, I would grade this coin at MS63 or higher. With the plating, we are pricing it to sell at AU55 value (a great deal for someone trying to fill in this uncommon date). Please look at the pictures below and judge the grade and value for yourself. Due to the high shine, this coin does not photograph well and darker areas are highly reflective areas not flaws in the coin.</i>[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="susanlynn9, post: 16725, member: 1258"]It was suggested to me to just paste the description here rather than make everyone download the word file. This is the description I came up with. What do you think? [I]This is a very nice 1878S Morgan silver dollar that has MS63 details. Unfortunately, I have been told that there is a good chance this coin was nickel-plated. This would make sense in light of the high, even shine that is on both sides of this coin that almost gives it a proof-like appearance - but please understand that this is not a proof coin. Both rims are complete with clear denticles. On the obverse, all lettering, date, and design details are very sharp. There two small hairline scratches on the cheek that is barely noticeable. On the reverse, all lettering, mint mark, and design details are very sharp with the breast feathers showing a gorgeous strike. Without the plating, I would grade this coin at MS63 or higher. With the plating, we are pricing it to sell at AU55 value (a great deal for someone trying to fill in this uncommon date). Please look at the pictures below and judge the grade and value for yourself. Due to the high shine, this coin does not photograph well and darker areas are highly reflective areas not flaws in the coin.[/I][/QUOTE]
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