Hi guys, I recently ran across a Morgan that was in a large group of others that stood out quite a bit to me. I don't think I have ever held a proof Morgan in my hands for more than 20 seconds but I think I may have found one in the wild. I took some photos of it compared to a business-strike Morgan and it appears much different, but isn't as worn. Anyways here are some photos, what does everyone think? I must admit my photography skills are terrible and I am using a phone.
I'm looking at the wrong one, too! I didn't even notice that "S," lol, I was so fixated on the rim and edge. Now I agree with Chris, the left one is no PR. The rim is too thin, for one.
Here is a photo of the rims side by side. The one I am thinking could possibly be proof is on the left, while the other (S) is on the right.
It looks distinctly thicker. Any chance it's a counterfeit, made thicker to bring its weight within spec?
I can check that out but it might be a few days. I can't say for certain but I didn't think of that possibility.
I dunno; all I'm seeing is an AU Morgan (the "good" one is plainly circulated under additional magnification) compared to a barely-Fine Morgan, which makes rim comparisons kind of futile.
