PCGS vs NGC

ghty100

I like to buy PCGS and NGC slabbed coins. While the grade given by either service is very important, the eye appeal of the coin is also just as important. But my question is wich slab or grading service do most collectors prefer, or do they prefer them equally ? I think the NGC slab(holder) is very attractive but i think the PCGS slab (holder) might be slightly better designed , any opinions?

EVillageProwler

Boy you asked a mouthful with your first post! I suggest that you read through one of the MANY posts regarding PCGS and NGC in this forum.

After you finish reading, if your head doesn't hurt, then I congratulate you!

Best of luck in getting a coherent response to your query!

EVP

MastaHanky

If you're looking for the best designed slab, I'd go with SEGS, hands down.

DHeath

EVillageProwler

Actually, I dislike SEGS and ICG holders because the plastic is translucent. I also dislike ANACS holders because of its small size.

EVP

Placid

Ngc has the airtight slab. I like that idea myslelf but I like the way a coin looks in a pcgs holder better.

DHeath

I think the perfect slab would be just large enough for the coin and label, should be filled with inert gas, and should interlock with other slabs along all edges, thereby allowing a rigid display of any size the collector deemed appropriate. Maybe they'd fasten using small plastic beams in slots. I'd pay $20 for those. I'd sure love to see my entire collection displayed in holders that were safe. If anyone decides to do this, I'll give up any royalty.

jtryka

Man! WSM is gonna be T-I-C-K-E-D!!!! Another NGC vs. PCGS thread!!! I am pretty indifferent to the holders of the major services as they all hold a disadvantage to gold collectors since you cannot see the edge of the coin. What's the fun of comparing a 1907 Indian eagle to a 1916-S if you can't count the stars on the edge???

EVillageProwler

Since we seem to be talking about aesthetics, I'm undecided between the NGC slab and the PCGS slab.

They both stack well, but PCGS slabs stack better. I like the white NGC field because most of my coins are toned. But, most of my slabs are PCGS and I like the consistent display. I like the NGC insert more than the PCGS insert. The PCGS insert is too ``busy'' while the NGC one is relatively uncluttered.

I can't make up my mind about anything!

EVP

airplanenut

DHeath...

DCGS has little feet on their holders... cute little feet...

EVillageProwler

Jeff,

One of the reasons I initially went with PCGS slabs -- this was way before the craze over slab-bias started -- was because I had some chance of seeing the 3rd side of the coin. I don't seem to care as much about that these days, but my tastes may yet change again!

EVP

keets

wasn't there a slab introduced recently that showed the rim so you could see any edge lettering? that's a good idea for some of the early series. i like the ANACS insert, the size/shape of a PCGS, NGC with the intercept shield and the area on an ICG for holding it. if you call the rim exposing holder XYZ it leaves the perfect holder as a PCGSNGCANACSICGXYZ!! try saying that in one breath!!

al h.

gmarguli

wasn't there a slab introduced recently that showed the rim so you could see any edge lettering?

That was the DCGS slab. I believe they only slabbed state quarters. It was a junk service.

gmarguli

Each slab has it + and -

The NGC slab is great for nicely toned coins. The white inner shows off the colors. It is also nice for B&W cameos.

The PCGS slab is nice for slightly hazy coins since it doesn't show off the haze. I also like it for circulated coins.

The SEGS slab is great for information and ease of use.

DHeath

Ghty100,

I apologize that we were so rude as to hijack your thread. It usually goes that way with most of us talking alot and listening a little (me especially), but to return to your original thought, I'd like to refer you to the link below. Contained therein are totally unbiased opinions of the collectors that deftly man these boards hoping to protect and direct new users such as yourself. EVP is right, your head will hurt.

Opinion free dissertation!