From the photo I would give it 64.9 because of the obverse wispy handling mark near the L and the weakness in the left feathers as viewed on the reverse.
Let your roots grow down into him and draw up nourishment from him, so you will grow in faith, strong and vigorous in the truth you were taught. Let your lives overflow with thanksgiving for all that he has done. --Colossians 2:7
MS-65 because of minimal bagmarks in the primary focal area and booming luster. The color adds to the appeal, but not enough to push it higher. Very well struck, which is common for a 1879-S Morgan.
In honor of tj, I went with a 64 because I see too much chatter underneath that shadow in the lighting. I see some marks under the eyes, on the cheek and down near the neckline. The scuff in front of Liberty's nose and below Pluribus and there are also some marks underneath that toning in the field behind Liberty. Looks like a very nice 64 to me but not a 65, we'll see what the top dogs say!!
Actually, I am not too surprised with the conservative guesses. The pictures, though showing off the toning, really didn't do a good job on the rest of the coin. As soon as I get it, I'll shoot some better pictures of it.
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From the photo I would give it 64.9 because of the obverse wispy handling mark near the L and the weakness in the left feathers as viewed on the reverse.
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