NGC Coin Grading Scale
WEBNGC uses the internationally accepted Sheldon grading scale of 1 to 70, which was first used in the United States in the late 1940s. This scale was adopted by NGC when it began operations in 1987 and is considered to be the industry standard. Below are NGC's grading standards for each numeric grade as well as major strike types and designations.
PCGS Grading Standards
WEBLearn about PCGS grading standards, originally built upon the Sheldon Scale when we introduced the concept of encapsulated, third-party grading in 1986. PCGS The Standard for the Rare Coin Industry Services
WEBTake a visual tour of our grading standards, illustrated using uncirculated and circulated Morgan Dollars. Note that the written descriptions for the numeric grade below each coin apply to all coin types and strikes. For visuals of Proof coins, refer to www.PCGS.com/grades. "Plus Grades" exhibit exceptional eye appeal for the grade
Official Coin Grading Standards - American Numismatic Association
WEBThe accurate grading of coins is an important part of the numismatic field. To many, grading is considered an art that requires years of experience to master. Since 1977, the ANA has published its official grading standards, with Abe Kosoff compiling the first edition of the book, Q. David Bowers writing the introduction, and Kenneth Bressett ...
Coin Grading | Numismatic Guaranty Company | NGC
WEBNGC is the world’s largest third-party coin grading service, offering accurate, consistent and impartial assessment of a coin’s authenticity and grade.
NGC Grading FAQs - About NGC Grades | NGC
WEBNGC grades US and world coins, tokens and medals according to the internationally recognized Sheldon scale of 1 to 70. Certain coins, tokens and medals are ineligible for numeric grading due to a surface problem (such as scratches, cleaning or damage).
Coin Grading Scale - CoinValueChecker.com
WEBUnderstanding the coin grading scale is essential for properly evaluating and pricing coins. This guide will explain the key points of the coin grading system, the different grade levels, and how coins are assessed and assigned a grade.
What is Coin Grading and Why? - PCGS
WEBGrading is a way of determining the physical condition of a coin. Grades range from Poor (almost completely worn out) to Perfect Uncirculated (a coin with absolutely no wear and no flaws of any kind). Over 99.9% of all coins fall somewhere between these two extremes.
The Coin Grading Scale: Abbreviations & Acronyms That Describe Coin ...
WEBHere is the PCGS’s coin grading scale with examples of each coin grade. Grab a coin magnifier and a copy of the U.S. Coin Grading Standards book. Then, watch this video to see how to grade coins yourself at home:
How To Grade Coins Using the Coin Grading Scale - Coin …
WEBIf you have a basic understanding of how to grade coins you can avoid paying too much for a coin or selling a coin of your own too cheaply. The first thing to do when grading coins is to place your coin into one of three main categories: Circulated Coins. About Uncirculated (AU) Coins.
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