It's greatly improved the hobby for me. I wasn't wild about it initially, but it's netted out to be very positive. Prior to professional grading, there was a lot of abuse, especially in the mint state world. I think professional grading has somewhat leveled the playing field between dealers and collectors, and that's a good thing.
Dave
Always looking for original, better date VF20-VF35 Barber quarters and halves, and a quality beer.
I feel it has helped in that I've been collecting since the 60's and well remember the days of ordering a " choice BU " coin only to receive an AU or at best a ms60 coin. Most of which I still have. Not knowing the true grade until I started buying graded coins and comparing them to the raw " choice BU " coins from years before. Much to late to return them. Yes I know, learn to grade. Virtually impossible when you had no other comparison other than the opinion of those dealers who were selling the overgraded stuff.
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It's greatly improved the hobby for me. I wasn't wild about it initially, but it's netted out to be very positive. Prior to professional grading, there was a lot of abuse, especially in the mint state world. I think professional grading has somewhat leveled the playing field between dealers and collectors, and that's a good thing.
Dave
I never would have collected as zealously (some might say OVERZEALOUSLY lol), as I have without the TPGS AND the Set Registry Program.
Sometimes, it’s better to be LUCKY than good. 🍀 🍺👍
My Full Walker Registry Set (1916-1947):
https://www.ngccoin.com/registry/competitive-sets/16292/
I feel it has helped in that I've been collecting since the 60's and well remember the days of ordering a " choice BU " coin only to receive an AU or at best a ms60 coin. Most of which I still have. Not knowing the true grade until I started buying graded coins and comparing them to the raw " choice BU " coins from years before. Much to late to return them. Yes I know, learn to grade. Virtually impossible when you had no other comparison other than the opinion of those dealers who were selling the overgraded stuff.