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Denver Gold and Silver Coins
600 South Holly Street Suite 103
Denver, Colorado 80246

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bag marks

Nicks and scratches resulting from contact with other coins in the same mint bag. Especially common on large, heavy coins such as Morgan Dollars.

contact marks, bag marks

Minor abrasions on an otherwise Uncirculated coin, caused by handling in Mint-sewn bags and contact with other surfaces. Sometimes called bag marks.