How do smooth spots on the high point of a coin affect grade?

LincolnsRule

For example the black spots on this 80-d obverse is not carbon, but a smooth spot as struck. Would this nix ms67 no matter what?

LincolnsRule

ttt

fc

i was under the impression that a bad strike will affect the grade.

as in, just because it left the mint that way, does not mean that will
be taken into account...

i am sure the experts will chime in soon.

coinguy1

<< <i>Would this nix ms67 no matter what? >>

"Never say never " or "no matter what", but it would certainly dramatically reduce the odds.

TomB

If the smooth spots are taken to be wear then the coin will likely be graded AU.

Shamika

Smooth spots suggest a less than full strike which could certainly prevent the coin from attaining the grade the coin might get otherwise.

In other words, they don't help.