$20 1881 S Liberty close but no cigar....

One of the coins I have on my want list is the 1881 S $20 Liberty, why ?
On October 26, 1881 that was the shoot out at the O.K Corral, when Silver
was discovered in 1877 many from San Francisco and the surrounding areas
migrated south to find there fortune in Tombstone, AZ, I have personally
been there twice 23 years ago and again about 7 months ago, though this
time was able to take in the reenactment of the shoot out, its a very interesting
place and I highly recommend you visit.

I was really excited that APMEX had a 1881 S in stock heres the coin in question
it has a few issues that kind of turn me off

 

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This coin might work for me but the rub by the eye is for sure a major distraction
along with allot of scratching on the reverse.

 

As an investor perhaps as a collector the AU would be a concern, in my opinion. Thanks @mpcusa

 

That chit will buff right out
Ok nevermind, I think they got the grade right but the obverse is weaker than the reverse...but hey for 142 years old if priced right?

 

I actually like the A/U grade, I have found many that look better then M/S
especially 60-62 little bit better luster but really nicked up ! I like a coin that
is pleasing on the eyes regardless of grade.

 

I think I could stomach it if did have that distraction by the nose, maybe if I offered
a tissue it could be wiped off...LOL

I think it was around $ 2,300

So I bought a 2020 Krugerrand instead

 

Very nice coin! If I had $2,300 to blow on a coin than I would be very interested in this coin. I think the coin and price is moderately valued.

 

$2,300 for the 1881 ? Not bad, given the current gold price.

 

This piece is properly graded and a postercoin for the given grade. Just my two Cents.

 

How are you seeing "rub" near the eye per se ?

 

You guys are trying to convince me...LOL, keep it up and I might just buy it !
population vs price point its actually pretty good

 

The lite spots or uneven color by the nose and the stars is what I am talking about.

 

Sorry, but I can‘t see severe problems.

 

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, the coin is a decent piece at a good price
heres what I am looking for on my past purchase to give you an idea as a comparison.

 

Very attractive. And I agree about the AU58s.