Even ignoring the "star", population reports show that NGC has certified eight coins in MS-65 for the date, with three exceeding that level. This may not matter much, since this is a remarkable gem example, and it is hard to imagine many coins surpassing its visual appeal regardless of technical grade level. Impossibly vibrant luster swoops and sweeps through the fields with alacrity seldom seen with early silver coins struck without a collar, with marvelous flowline luster well defined between and within the star points.

The next layer of complexity that comprises the beauty of this gem is the electrifying color whose spectrum of progression is at once familiar to those who enjoy album toning, yet astonishing for its richness. Robust turquoise-blue and aqua-green saturates the outer reaches of each side, engulfing the viewer in a veritable tidal wave of ocean colors, while the central devices remain aloof above it all, projecting an extraordinary luminescence derived from magenta-rose hues that compete with navy-blue accents. There is probably no list of numismatic superlatives that can adequately convey the intense beauty of this toning, thoroughly energized by that profound mint luster.

From a technical standpoint, the MS-65 grade leave nothing to the imagination. Use of a loupe proves that the surfaces are virtually immaculate and formidable in their level of preservation. A handful of bagmarks located on Liberty's central portrait are the only technical grade limitation, barely keeping an MS-66 upgrade at bay. However, their presence seems almost trivial by comparison to that look, and cannot deny the completely gem overall appearance. And if a nicer reverse can be found, steal it! As stated, there are technically "finer coins" in existence according to population, but it won't matter after completing review of this marvelous piece.