I don't know if you want to know how to grade, or the scale, so I'll give you the scale. 1:Poor (Poor-1 or BS-1) 2:Fair (Fair-2) 3:About Good (AG-3) 4-6:Good(G-4,5,6) 7-10:Very Good(usually VG-7,8, or 10) 11-19:Fine(usually F-12, or 15) 20-39:Very Fine(usually VF-20,25,30, or 35) 40-49:Extremely Fine(EF-40, and 45 or XF-40, and 45) 50-59:About Uncirculated(usually AU-50,53,55, or 58) 60-70:Uncirculated(different levels)
it means that a porfecinal has authenticated and determaned the codition of a coin
The grading standards for gold are the same as all other coins.
PR is a grading system used for proof coins
DCAM stands for Deep Cameo and is reserved for proof coins
PQ= Premium Quality. Bu= Brilliant Uncirculated.
Very fine condition
In America, "RD" is an abbreviation for "red", a grading-service color designation for copper coins.
To get coins graded, you can send them to reputable grading companies such as the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC), or the American Numismatic Association’s grading service. Each of these organizations has specific submission guidelines and forms available on their websites. Typically, you’ll need to package your coins securely, fill out the necessary paperwork, and pay the grading fees before mailing them in. Always review the latest instructions and requirements from the grading service you choose.
A coin placed in a plastic container by a grading service.
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Many coin shops can submit coins for grading. Also if you are a member of a grading service you may be able to submit them yourself.
PCGS stands for Professional Coin Grading Service. It is a third-party coin grading organization that evaluates and authenticates coins for collectors and investors. PCGS uses a scale from 1 to 70 to grade coins based on their condition and collectible value.
it means that a porfecinal has authenticated and determaned the codition of a coin
The grading standards for gold are the same as all other coins.
PR is a grading system used for proof coins
BU is the abbreviation for Brilliant Uncirculated.
PNC Coin Grading is a service that evaluates and assigns grades to coins based on their condition and quality. They use a standardized scale to assess various factors, including surface quality, luster, and overall eye appeal. This grading helps collectors and investors determine the value of their coins in the marketplace. PNC Coin Grading aims to provide reliable and consistent assessments for numismatics enthusiasts.