The Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) are rated as "Superior" by the Professional Numismatists Guild. Coins graded by PCGS or NGC have high-grade authenticity and are accepted in the marketplace at their stated grade.
Is NGC grading worth it?
Some extremely low mintage key date coins (under 100,000), can benefit from being certified by PCGS or NGC, even if they're in circulated condition. In nearly all situations, key date coins in uncirculated condition are worth having professionally graded; especially if you have multiple coins to submit.Dec 8, 2016
How much does it cost to have a coin valued?
Many online appraisals are available for free, especially by auction houses looking to list your coins. These free appraisals are for valuation and selling purposes only. Formal written appraisals can range from $75 to over $150 per hour, depending on the coins, appraisal details, and purpose.
Can you get coins graded for free?
PCGS Photograde Online is free, and provides detailed close-up photo images for 25 types of 19th and 20th century U.S. coinage issues in up to 12 different grades. A special PCGS Photograde Online application for iPhones and the Apple iPod touchTM can be downloaded free from the Apple iTunes App Store.
Is NGC as good as PCGS?
The Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS) and the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC) are rated as "Superior" by the Professional Numismatists Guild. ANACS graded coins generally trade at lower premiums than PCGS or NGC graded coins.
Why are PCGS graded coins more expensive than NGC coins?
Because coins that have been market graded are pretty much like gemstones or rocks that most people buy because they are just that, "pretty"!Mar 5, 2009
What are the most reputable coin grading companies?
Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS), Numismatic Guaranty Corporation (NGC), Independent Coin Graders (ICG), and ANACS are the most popular and credible services.
How much does it cost to get NGC to grade a coin?
Grading Tier Fee (per coin) Turnaround (Est.)
-------------- -------------- -----------------
Standard $35 20 working days
Express $75 5 working days
Rarities $150 5 working days
Ultra Rarities 1% of value 5 working days
How much does it usually cost to get a coin graded?
Coin Grading Costs Grading prices vary according to the maximum value per coin. For instance, modern coins that are worth a maximum of $300 will cost from $17 to $22, depending on the company of your choosing. Coins with a maximum value of $10,000 can be graded for $65 to $80 dollars.