The Best Morgan Dollar PCGS Submission EVER! Luster Bombs!
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This was the most successful Morgan Dollar submission to PCGS that I’ve ever had. Everything turned out as I had hoped—sometimes even better. I was amazed when I saw the results, receiving three Mint State 66 Morgan Dollars, which exceeded my expectations.
Let’s go through these beautiful coins. First, a 1879-S graded Mint State 65, which I initially thought would be at least a 64. It has a beautiful reverse, luster, and originality. Next, a 1879-S graded Mint State 66, which I expected to be a 65. When looking at these coins under high magnification, marks appear more pronounced than they do in hand, which can sometimes influence grading perception.
I also submitted an 1880-S, graded Mint State 66, which I cherry-picked from various collections I purchased over the past year. Some of these coins were initially toned or had surface issues, but I carefully restored them without removing original luster—only addressing oxidation where necessary.
Among the highlights were an 1881-S (Mint State 64), an 1881-S (Mint State 65), and an 1883-S (Mint State 66) with stunning peripheral toning. I particularly love this one for its originality and color.
I wasn’t expecting to receive so many 66 grades. I had anticipated mostly 64s and some 65s, so this submission exceeded my expectations. Another great result was an 1889-O graded Mint State 63, a tough coin to find in high grades. Similarly, I received an 1896-O graded Mint State 63, which was within my anticipated range. Grading is subjective, and the difference between a 62 and 63 can be subtle, often coming down to light reflections on surface marks.
Among the later-date submissions, I received two 1898-O Morgans, both graded Mint State 64. Comparing them side by side helps refine grading skills by understanding why two coins of the same grade might look slightly different. Another standout was a 1903 Morgan, graded Mint State 64—an excellent result given that this date often lacks strong luster. The final coin in the batch was a 1904-O graded Mint State 64.
This submission was my most successful yet, with multiple high-grade results surpassing my expectations. Receiving three MS66s when I only expected MS65s was an incredible surprise. If you’re interested in any of these coins, they’ll be available at PortsmouthCoinShop.com. Thanks for watching!
