Can't decide, A or B?

[Danye West]

Which of the below coins is, to you, more attractive? I can't decide!

 

A.

 

B.

 

[cpm9ball]

I wouldn't vote for either one without seeing both sides.

 

Chris

[david3142]

I vote B based on looks alone, but 83-O is a very common date with nice color. 1883 is actually quite hard to find. I try to avoid coins which have that grayish tone that almost looks like wear. Otherwise, I very much like the peripheral color on A.

[dragon]

Coin B without question IMO, not even close.

[KeyMan64]

Without seeing the reverses, B.

[Kapimono]

Based on color alone, B is my favorite. Much more vibrant display.

[Walkerfan]

B by a wide margin for me.

[TonerGuy]

B not even close

[e1cnr]

I like A, but B is the more money color/pattern

[physics-fan3.14]

I would want to see the reverses, of course.

 

But, based solely on the obverse pics, B is the no-question, hands down winner in my book.

[skeeter]

My 83's are not quite up to these specimens so I like them both but the B a lot better.

[cpm9ball]

I would want to see the reverses, of course.

 

But, based solely on the obverse pics, B is the no-question, hands down winner in my book.

 

Jason, both coins have deep gouges from rim-to-rim on the reverse.

 

J/K!

 

Chris

[jerseycat10]

I like both, but "b" has the more vibrant colors.

[Dimeman]

I'm not a Morgan collector, But I like A better. I like the color pattern better and 1883 is a better date than 1883-O.

[RWB]

To me, neither is MS65 - the large defects on the face completely disqualify them. As for the toning, B might be a little nicer just because a lot of pieces I've seen that resemble A, are actually more gray when examined in person under controlled lighting conditions.

 

Of course, I presume only the obverse is is to be evaluated.

[johnny9434]

I like A, but B is the more money color/pattern

agreed +1

[jpcienkus]

I prefer B. From the pictures, I believe the toning on coin A is a little more muted than what is being shown.

[coinman_23885]

Colorwise, I prefer B, but coin A is also unusually nice for an 1883 Philadelphia Mint. I have seen several vibrantly toned New Orleans pieces from the year, but very few from the Philadelphia Mint. Neither coin looks particularly high end to me for the grade, so it seems like most interest would be focused on color.

[Danye West]

To me, neither is MS65 - the large defects on the face completely disqualify them. As for the toning, B might be a little nicer just because a lot of pieces I've seen that resemble A, are actually more gray when examined in person under controlled lighting conditions.

 

Of course, I presume only the obverse is is to be evaluated.

 

Large defects?

[physics-fan3.14]

To me, neither is MS65 - the large defects on the face completely disqualify them.

 

The "defect" on the face of A is a toning break. While it is unattractive and reduces the eye appeal a little bit, it is not a mark and will not significantly impact the grade.

 

The "defect" on the face of B is a series of roller marks. These are mint-made, as you know, and should not significantly impact the grade at 65. I would have trouble with severe roller marks at 66, and I wouldn't buy a 67 with them - but at 65, they are perfectly acceptable on an otherwise attractive coin.

[jom]

At first glance the 83-O is best assuming both sides are regular ol' white and good for the grade.

 

However, as pointed out the 83-P doesn't often come like that so that would be a consideration. Meaning: You can always find a nice 83-O but maybe not an 83-P.

 

In terms of grade: from the photo the 83-P's toning "mark" is a bit distracting. It will depend on the other attributes of the coin like luster.

 

The price for each is another issue to be considered.

 

That's how I'd look at it anyway.

 

jom

[Danye West]

At first glance the 83-O is best assuming both sides are regular ol' white and good for the grade.

 

However, as pointed out the 83-P doesn't often come like that so that would be a consideration. Meaning: You can always find a nice 83-O but maybe not an 83-P.

 

In terms of grade: from the photo the 83-P's toning "mark" is a bit distracting. It will depend on the other attributes of the coin like luster.

 

The price for each is another issue to be considered.

 

That's how I'd look at it anyway.

 

jom

 

They sold for within $15 of each other. Like 320 and 310 respectively.

Didn't end up bidding on either because something better popped up.

[jom]

At first glance the 83-O is best assuming both sides are regular ol' white and good for the grade.

 

However, as pointed out the 83-P doesn't often come like that so that would be a consideration. Meaning: You can always find a nice 83-O but maybe not an 83-P.

 

In terms of grade: from the photo the 83-P's toning "mark" is a bit distracting. It will depend on the other attributes of the coin like luster.

 

The price for each is another issue to be considered.

 

That's how I'd look at it anyway.

 

jom

 

They sold for within $15 of each other. Like 320 and 310 respectively.

Didn't end up bidding on either because something better popped up.

 

With Morgan dollars that happens a lot....most of the time you can wait it out for nicer stuff as there seems to be plenty around.

 

jom

[SkyMan]

I prefer the looks of B, although, as mentioned, it's easier to find nice toning on an '83-O than on an '83.

[KMAG100]

Just looking at side showing B all the way

[grip]

B not even close

 

 

Agree.Has more pop.

[Critter8880]

I love B! I would totally buy that one.

[michaeldixon]

I prefer B