Which coins would you send to PCGS and which to NGC

pullthischange

When you want to send coins in for grading does it matter which of these two services you use?

I mean do you have to think about a particular coin type will grade more accurately at one versus the other?

nwcs

For myself, I have no preference between the two services. I know that many people will use PCGS for moderns and copper coins because PCGS slabs have a higher premium than the others. And the PCGS copper guarantee gives some confidence. As for guessing the grade thing... I don't worry about that all too much between PCGS and NGC.

airplanenut

Don't forget... NGC now guarantees copper

mdwoods

Don't forget... NGC now guarantees copper

See, real competition always works out for the consumer. I would send Buffalo nickels and Franklins to NGC with no qualms. I wouldn't send them any moderns (clad era) coinage. They are too liberal. mdwoods

rainbowroosie

Anything I intend to keep for myself goes to NGC because we grade similarly. If I intend to resell quickly, I send to PCGS. Only exception is Roosevelts I think are shot 68 coins, but are not good enough for my set. They go to NGC. I don't waste my time having Roosevelts improperly graded by PCGS.

FrattLaw

Moderns to PCGS, my toned Peaces to NGC and various toned coins (not high dollar) go to ANACS when they run a 10-10-10 special.

Michael

Russ

I haven't submitted to NGC yet, but I just sent off the application and should have my submission kit shortly, so this is a good thread for me from an educational standpoint. Teach me.

Russ, NCNE

beartracks42

I just sent in my second submission to NGC. Several Washingtons in the 30's that I think will be in the 63-64 range and 1 toned Morgan in economy Tier and some ASE's and GSE's in Modern tier. I will let you know where I send in the future, after I see these grades. One thing I really do not like about NGC is the fact that they will not let you see info on your submissions or the grades unless you join their collector's society. PCGS has the advantage there.

dpoole

Lincolns and Washingtons and 3CNs to PCGS. Franklin FBLs to NGC.

braddick

<< <i>Don't forget... NGC now guarantees copper >>


That warranty extends out ten years only though.

At least it's a start.

(Personally I don't think anyone can really guarantee copper as it'll change- over time, almost no matter what you do.)

DHeath

Clads to PCGS, and copper to NGC because I prefer the airtite holder for the copper. All others, no preference.

CarlWohlforth

NGC will designate varities that PCGS won't. So all my proof 1964 pointed 9 dimes will go to NGC

I like the PCGS holder better because it seems harder for me to get good pictures of some NGC coins. With the PCGS holder I can place different colored paper behind the slab. But I am working on my technique for NGC holdered coins...

EVillageProwler

In my opinion, NGC's holders are better for toned coins because they offset well against the white core. Plus, they have a superior variety attribution service. PCGS slabs, however, are nicer for smaller coins because the translucent ring doesn't hide the trimes, half dimes and dimes. Also, the PCGS slabs don't impart a weird reflectivity and opaqueness as do the NGC slabs.

The big dilemma for me is which service to choose for my nicely toned Bust half dimes and dimes; I like 'em attributed, yet I also want to be able to view and photograph them!

For what it's worth, I find the SEGS and ICG slabs to be terrible for viewing and photographing. The plastic is too thick or imparts too much opaqueness, and my pictures come out too blurry.

EVP

BillJones

If you have rare die varieties, NGC is the only way to go. PCGS does not do a good job on variety attributions in general, and they won’t take the time to do the work with Sheldon and other varieties of similar ilk. ANACS is good for variety attributions too, but their product is on the second tier of the market. NCG has more clout.

I too prefer small coins like half dimes and gold in PCGS holders because these tiny pieces get lost in the thick NGC white inserts. As for larger coins, it’s a toss up. I think that large gold coins and toned silver coins look better in NGC holders.