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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Morgandude11, post: 7466075, member: 37839&quot;]Let’s make this a teachable thread for collectors.&nbsp; I picked a coin that is NOT mine, to make it completely objective.&nbsp; It is a coin that any collector could afford, and own.&nbsp; Since most generally use our opinions to guide judgement, let us set criteria and break down the elements in grading a Morgan. First, Morgans do have bagmarks. That is a given, based on storage. Second, they tend to exhibit cartwheel luster. Third, strike quality is very variable. Given that this is a Carson City mint, it has a solid strike. So, in grading this coin, let’s take crucial factors into consideration:</p><p><br /></p><p>Surface preservation obverse/ reverse. Is there wear or none? Are there typical, distracting or no obvious distracting marks?</p><p><br /></p><p>Strike-obverse/reverse. Strong, average, weak, problematic. Key points of the coin that display strike, such as Eagle’s breast, hair, cap, etc.</p><p><br /></p><p>Luster- obverse/reverse. Brilliant, strong, medium, low, impaired</p><p><br /></p><p>Eye appeal-obverse/reverse. Extraordinary, strong, good, average, below average, substandard.</p><p><br /></p><p>Distractions and problems that would lower grade. Any special negatives?</p><p><br /></p><p>Assets that would raise grade. Die cracks, heavy frost, proof like surfaces, cameo, etc.</p><p><br /></p><p>Let’s describe the coin in as much detail as we can, instead of just commenting “MS 62, nice coin” so we can all learn from each other, please.&nbsp; This will help sharpen our grading skills, and enable newbies, or new to the series learn from each other.</p><p><br /></p><p>Here is the coin.&nbsp; Please do not search auctions, websites, etc. Let us equal the playing field.&nbsp; Also, no criticism of each other—stick to the coin, only, please. We can be totally objective.&nbsp;&nbsp; This should sharpen our eye, and give us objective criteria for future GTGs. I will save my comments for last, so as not to influence anybody in any way.&nbsp;&nbsp; This thread is intended for BOTH experienced and newer collectors, so we can share our experiences.&nbsp; Thanks for this exercise, in advance!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Here is the coin, with good pictures:</p><p><br /></p><p>[ATTACH=full]1293242[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=full]1293243[/ATTACH][/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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