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Ep.53 - How to Price Colorful Morgan Silver Dollars w/Jacob Matiyevsky #numismatics #coincollecting

The Cabbage Coins Podcast··7 August 2026·51 min

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In this episode, Jacob Matiyevsky shares expert insights on how to evaluate the value of toned Morgan dollars, focusing on color, coverage, and brightness to determine premium pricing. Tony Gryckiewicz guides the discussion with real examples, helping collectors and dealers understand what makes a coin more desirable and valuable. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode with Jacob. We will look at 35 examples to understand the market on these colorful coins!Chapters00:00 Introduction and guest background 00:29 Jacob's recent business update and market trends 02:12 Approaching toning and premium expectations 02:37 Examining examples from low to high premium toning 03:41 Focus on color and grade in valuation 04:48 Light toning and its market impact 06:06 Colors and brightness influencing premiums 07:18 Coverage and pattern of toning 11:16 Vibrant colors and their premium potential 17:17 Pattern and character in toning 23:52 Subjectivity and market factors in pricing 36:04 Luster and its role in desirability 44:47 Unique patterns and eye appeal 48:10 Proof-like surfaces and their premium 50:40 Color variation and collector preferencesWhere to find Tony and Cabbage Coins: https://cabbagecoins.com/ Email: tony@cabbagecoins.com IG: @cabbage_coinsWhere to find Jacob and Monster Toned Morgans: https://www.monstertonedmorgans.com/ IG: @monstertonedmorgans Email: monstertonedmorgans@gmail.comUpcoming coin show schedule: https://cabbagecoins.com/coinshows/Thanks for watching. Please be sure to like, comment and subscribe!