A coin graded MS-61 will have mint luster that may be diminished or noticeably impaired, and the surface may have clusters of large and small contact marks throughout.

Hairlines could be very noticeable. Scuff marks may show as unattractive patches on large areas or major features. Small rim nicks and striking or planchet defects may show, and the quality may be noticeably poor.

Eye appeal is somewhat unattractive.