What does PF70 grade mean?

NGC defines a PF70 coin as “having no post-production imperfections at 5x magnification.” In short, a “perfect” coin. A perfect PF70 grade guarantees a coin’s condition for the life of the coin, bolstering its validity, value, and desirability.

What is the highest grade for a coin?

For most of numismatic history, the highest possible grade on the familiar 1-to-70 coin grading scale was an ideal to be considered rather than a realistic grade to be attained.

What does NGC PF70 UCAM mean?

The PF70 certification from the NGC indicates the coins exhibit full, original mint luster with no detracting flaws of any kind. The included UCAM label stands for ultra-cameo and means the coins have strong, frosted design elements with deeply-mirrored, clear background fields.

What does NGC grade mean?

NGC 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.

What does PR 67 mean?

MS/PR-67. Virtually as struck with minor imperfections, very well struck.

What does MS70 stand for?

perfect mint state 70
Only a tiny fraction of the coins produced each year have the full strike and flawless surfaces required to be considered perfect mint state 70 (MS70) or Proof 70 (PR70). It’s no surprise that coins graded in MS70 or PR70 are highly sought after among collectors.

What is MS65?

MS-65. Lincoln Wheat Cent Graded Mint State 65 Red (MS-65RD) A coin graded MS-65 shows an attractive high quality of luster and strike for the date and mint. The coin may have a few small scattered contact marks, or two larger marks may be present. One or two small patches of hairlines may show.

Are cameo coins worth the money?

In my opinion, if these coins have great eye appeal and are not overgraded, they are probably worth a 10-20% premium over a regular cameo example. But if you take even a casual look at this specific coin, you’ll see that it has incredible eye appeal.

What does PCGS MS 64 mean?

For example if we have a copper coin given the grade of PCGS MS64RB means Mint State (not circulated) 64 in the scale of 1 to 70 and red-brown from 5-95% original Mint red. In our opinion this would usually equate to a darker penny with some lustre still present in Choice Uncirculated grade.

What does SP stand for on a coin?

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What do the numbers mean on a pf70?

On the other hand, the highly reflective surfaces of the proof coin make it hard to achieve the perfect, no flaws, 70 grade. The letter designators indicate the type of strike the mint used to manufacture the coin while the numbers indicate a 1-70 grade assigned to the coin by a third party after it left the mint.

What makes a 70 proof NGC coin proof?

NGC defines a Mint State or Proof 70 coin as having no post-production imperfections at 5x magnification. Mint State. Coins struck in the same format as circulation issues. Applies to grades 60 to 70. Proof. Coins struck in a special format for collectors. Specimen.

What does a perfect pf70 grade mean for a coin?

A perfect PF70 grade guarantees a coin’s condition for the life of the coin, bolstering its validity, value, and desirability. At NGC, coins are assessed by at least two professional numismatists by the time the process is done.

What’s the difference between a pf70 and a ms70?

The difference is the use of polished dies and stricter quality control in the striking of the proof coin. You can locate a modern PR-70 graded coin with a modest amount of effort and sometimes for a good less than a small fortune.