19th century proofs and hairlines...

dan1ecu

Hi, Everybody -

Is it unusual to be able to detect some hairlines on a PR65 19th century proof coin? I have a couple that have a few hairlines visible under magnification. Otherwise, the coins are pretty much mark-free.

Are NGC and PCGS equally as strict when it comes to hairlines on proofs?

Thanks,

Dan

MrEureka

Virtually all 65's have some hairlines.

Russ

<< <i>Are NGC and PCGS equally as strict when it comes to hairlines on proofs? >>



PCGS is strict in the extreme. NGC is more forgiving.

Russ, NCNE

lordmarcovan

If the hairlines are only visible under magnification, then I wouldn't think it would preclude a 65 grade. Hairlines are to be expected on most 19th century proofs, from old-time cabinet friction.

Bear

I agree with Russ. NGC seems to allow some fine

hairlines even on PR-66 specimins ,but PCGS does not.

I really do not like purchasing high grade 19th Century proofs

in any holder but PCGS.

lordmarcovan

I like PR63 to 64, with some cameo contrast (though not necessarily a CAM designation). I've never broken into the PR65-and-up range. 64's have been good to me.