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Position A edge lettering reads upside-down when the coin is placed heads up on a table. Position B edge lettering reads right-side-up when the coin is placed heads up on a table. Since the coins are struck and then go into the edge lettering machine in random orientation, if you check a large sample of dollars you will find that the split between A and B is roughly 50/50.
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What is APB in coin grading?
I don't know of any use of APB in coins or grading. ABP is occasionally used and it stands for Average Buy Price, or what a dealer would on average give for your coin.
What does 'grading' coins mean?
it means that a porfecinal has authenticated and determaned the codition of a coin
What does pr mean for coin?
PR is a grading system used for proof coins
How do you get a coin graded?
The most expeditious way to get a coin graded is to locate a coin shop nearby - present the coin to the owner for grading. If he/she is uncomfortable to do so, he/she will refer you to a numismatist (experienced coin collector).
What is the difference between a proof coin and a circulation coin?
A proof coin has a special shiny finish on it and it is made to be sold to collectors, and not used as money.
When was Professional Coin Grading Service created?
Professional Coin Grading Service was created in 1986.
How do you get a coin rated?
For an informal grading, bring it to a coin dealer for an on-site appraisal. For an official grading, it needs to be sent into a professional grading service.
Is nas coin grading a reliable grading company?
No, NAS Coin Grading is not a widely recognized or reputable grading company in the numismatic industry. It is important to use grading services from well-known and respected companies such as PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) or NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation) for accurate and trusted grading results.
What does pl mean in coin grading?
"PL" in coin grading means "prooflike". It is used to describe a coin that has mirror fields and fine details resembling a proof struck coin but is not a true proof.
How do I get a coin authenticated?
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.
What does pf mean in coin grading?
Proof
How do you get a rate?
For an informal grading, bring it to a coin dealer for an on-site appraisal. For an official grading, it needs to be sent into a professional grading service.
Where do you certify a rare coin?
Send it in to a coin grading service like PCGS.
What does MS mean in coin grading?
Mint status
What does poor mean in coin collecting?
Lots of wear on the coin and the lowest grading possible.
Is NPG Coin Grading a reliable grading company?
No. They are not a fake coin grading entity, but the quality of the grade will not be as reliable as NGC or PCGS. Any individual grade may be spot on, but then again it may be 2 grades too high.
Why is there no ms-66 grade in coin books?
The absence of an MS-66 grade in coin books is due to grading standards established by third-party grading companies like NGC and PCGS. These companies use a scale that ranges from MS-60 to MS-70, with MS-70 representing a perfect coin and MS-60 showing noticeable wear. The decision to omit an MS-66 grade from coin books may have been made to simplify the grading system and reduce ambiguity.
