That looks like a prototypical market graded 55 to me. I don't really have a problem with it if the luster is at least half decent. I have an NGC 1817 that looks somewhat like that and is graded 55. Nice 108 BTW (pincer 8's)
First off, the 1818 is NOT mine. I cannot evaluate the luster either from the seller's pics, but I think it looks like an AU50-53 based on details, surfaces, etc. Personally, I think PCGS gave it a bump to 55 due to the nice toning. This is of course, just my opinion.
My 1818 PCGS AU55 is pictured below, which has everything I feel which makes it a TRUE AU55. And, perhpas on a good day, an AU58!!
I'VE SEEN THIS COIN FIRSTHAND AND IT HAS GREAT COLOR WITH LUSTER!! The image is not juiced at all . Phil Hinkelman of Eye Appealing Coins is a great photographer!!!! . Check out their site as they truly do have some eyeappealing coins ( I especially like their 1913d type 1 buff in Ngc 65---- Incredible color coin!)
Wow I missed out on this 13d it allready sold what a nice looking coin. On my way back to there site Eye Appealing Coins still has a few nice Buffs, maybe I can snag one.
A collector of high grade TONED BUFFALO NICKELS ,working on a PCGS REGISTRY SET.
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<< <i>I'm going solid AU50 on this piece. Looks very simmilar to some TP toning I've seen. >>
I agree.
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My 1818 PCGS AU55 is pictured below, which has everything I feel which makes it a TRUE AU55. And, perhpas on a good day, an AU58!!
Love the toning on your coin..very nice!!!
Actually, I enjoy it more than the rainbow toning of the AU55.
Beautiful Coin.
Wil
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Remember that PCGS does not grade the coin for wear, as much as it slabs it for value.
I really like your other 1818 by the way, solid coin for the grade and then some!
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I wasn't as lucky. Mine got BB'd for questionable color.
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