Morgan VAM help needed

Discussion in 'Coin Chat' started by C-B-D, Aug 15, 2013.

  1. C-B-D

    C-B-D Well-Known Member

    Got this at the ANA show. I know absolutely nothing about VAMS and could use some help. Looks to have many cracks and a clash mark too. It's a PCGS MS64. DSCN4590.JPG DSCN4591.JPG DSCN4595.JPG DSCN4598.JPG DSCN4606.JPG
     
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  3. cpm9ball

    cpm9ball CANNOT RE-MEMBER

    Here is a list of the 1886 VAM's.........

    http://www.vamworld.com/1886-P+VAMs

    Since you have the coin in-hand, it would be easier for you to compare it to the descriptions.

    FWIW, the diagonal clash you indicated at the junction of the neck and jaw is very common, but it may indicate that there is a letter transfer along the neckline below it. Look for the base of the letter "n" from IGWT on the reverse. It would appear upside down on the obverse. Note that there are two vertical clashes on the reverse extending downward from the base of the "n" to the eagle's right wing (viewer's left). These vertical clashes are the neckline from the obverse.

    Die cracks are also very common and most often they are not mentioned in the listings unless there is substantial metal displacement. However, you might get lucky and find a photo which shows either the crack from the neck vee through the "18" of the date or the crack from the 6th star on the right through her hair to a point above the 1st & 2nd stars.

    Chris
     
  4. C-B-D

    C-B-D Well-Known Member

    VAM 6B, very late die state! Thanks for the site!
     
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