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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Bonedigger, post: 364329, member: 4367&quot;]Indeed, in many cases some of those marks be attributed to contact with one another directly after being struck.&nbsp; Maybe in sacks on the way to or from the bank or mint.&nbsp; Half dollars at the time were the major denomination used for large purchases like property, livestock, and transfers between banks/financial institutions then.</p><p><br /></p><p>As to their grade today, while they would still be considered MS, these coins would show signs of circulation, thus receiving a grade (todays standard) of low to mid Mint State.&nbsp; One must remember, these coins would never have seen the pocket, purse, or saddle bag of a private citizen.&nbsp; Thus one of the reasons for so many nice coins available today.</p><p><br /></p><p>In closing, IMHO these coins should be recognized as BAGGY...&nbsp; Cabinet Rub is an incorrect/misleading term leading one to believe the coin has been simply on display for decades remaining unsold.</p><p><br /></p><p>Take Care</p><p>Ben[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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