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Another PCGS Conservation Question.
Fairlaneman
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All of my coins that were submitted for conservation now have New PCGS Slab numbers. Is this a indication that all of them were conserved? If so I am really looking forward to what they will look like.
Thanks Much.
Ken
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I believe so. What was the turnaround. excited to see as well.
Grades posted today. Was into the PCGS system on 2-14. PCGS was right on the money with their time estimate. Should have them back late next week.
Ken
How did you do?
Grades all stayed the same is the only thing I know for sure.
Ken
With PCGS Restoration, if they accept it, you will always get a new cert number. In my experience they do a great job, and the increased eye appeal afterwards has always been worth their very reasonable fee. If you get a higher grade, that’s “the cherry on top”. They guarantee the grade will not be lowered, and if they don’t accept your coin for Restoration, the cost is only $10 plus round trip shipping.
My collecting “Pride & Joy” is my PCGS Registry Dansco 7070 Set! Winner of the 2026 PCGS Registry Award for “The Best U.S. Type Set”!
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/type-sets/design-type-sets/complete-dansco-7070-modified-type-set-1796-date/publishedset/213996
If you can post 'before and after' pictures it would be of great benefit to the forum....Many have had questions about the restoration process, this would help to satisfy some of the queries. Cheers, RickO
Super any you could post b4 and after.
Great information in this thread.
https://www.autismforums.com/media/albums/acrylic-colors-by-rocco.291/
Before and after pictures.
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1916S
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1917D
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1918P
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1918D
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1919S
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1926S
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There you have it. Very pleased with the 18D and 17D. 26S is bright white but better looking without the splotcy tone.
Ken
Impressive results and improvenents on most of that. I may have to try reconsideration on a few nickels.
https://www.autismforums.com/media/albums/acrylic-colors-by-rocco.291/
Fantastic!!!!! You should be very pleased. Tremendous difference in the eye appeal, so three benefits:
1. When it comes time to sell, either by you or your heirs, these coins will now sell easier.
2. Chances are you now have a better chance of receiving "fair" value when sold compared to the lower eye appeal of the previous versions.
3. Most importantly, you can now enjoy these beauties much more easily than before. @Fairlaneman, take pleasure, and enjoy!
My collecting “Pride & Joy” is my PCGS Registry Dansco 7070 Set! Winner of the 2026 PCGS Registry Award for “The Best U.S. Type Set”!
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/type-sets/design-type-sets/complete-dansco-7070-modified-type-set-1796-date/publishedset/213996
Wow! A couple of those don't even look like the same coin(especially the 18D)!
I'm impressed.
These are perfect examples of the quality of work done by the guys and gals at PCGS Restoration. I've been using them for years. My only problem is that there are often times they choose to not accept a coin for Restoration (then it's only a $10 charge, but disappointing nonetheless).
My collecting “Pride & Joy” is my PCGS Registry Dansco 7070 Set! Winner of the 2026 PCGS Registry Award for “The Best U.S. Type Set”!
https://www.pcgs.com/setregistry/type-sets/design-type-sets/complete-dansco-7070-modified-type-set-1796-date/publishedset/213996
Nice. Definitely improvements. I have a couple candidates to send in.
LIBERTY SEATED DIMES WITH MAJOR VARIETIES CIRCULATION STRIKES (1837-1891) digital album
Congratulations on the improvements.
Some of the coins look dramatically better.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
@Fairlaneman Those are some outstanding conservation results and seeing the before/afters is a plus. Thanks for sharing.
Nice work by the restoration group.... Thanks for showing us the before/after shots.... Cheers, RickO
nice results
BHNC #203
Very good results. They all have improved eye appeal.
I hope you are pleased.
Thanks for sharing the before and after pics.
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WOW! Those guys are the best in the country!! Maximum improvement; who could ask for more. Thanks for posting.
I like how restoration brings out the luster, but unfortunately it uncovers some scratches too. Great dimes!
I'm going to have to disagree. I don't think the conservation did much for the coins. I actually preferred the look of most of them before conservation even though they didn't have good eye-appeal to begin with.
It seems many collectors prefer whitish coins with hairlines rather than dull coins with dark, splotchy, discoloration.
IMO the first 4 look better (although it looks like the 18-P was barely touched), and the last 2 look worse, but the last 2 are probably more saleable after the conservation.
I really liked the 1918D before, but the after, wow! Is that an obverse die crack?
Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association
This thread is a great reference. Thanks for sharing!