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Is there a book that tells how to grade coins?

metaldtctmetaldtct Posts: 52
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I have my first raw coin lot (nickels) on ebay. I just re-read my auction and they sound worse than they really are. I don't know how to assign a grade or even give a guess. So instead I described each one in detail and I wouldn't bid on them. At least I have one bid though. I also plan to list lots of raw dimes, quarters, and halves and would like to know how to make them sound better without misleading a customer.
Thanks.

HH Metaldtct
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    RussRuss Posts: 48,514 ✭✭✭
    There are lots of books. Photograde, ANA Grading Guide, PCGS Guide to Coin Grading And Counterfeit Detection to name a few.

    Russ, NCNE

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    lordmarcovanlordmarcovan Posts: 45,149 ✭✭✭✭✭
    The first two Russ mentioned are what I would recommend, particularly the ANA grading guide.

    Collector since 1976. On the CU forums here since 2001.

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    BustmanBustman Posts: 1,911 ✭
    PCGS coin grading guide. One of the best!
    LINK
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    tmot99tmot99 Posts: 5,238 ✭✭✭
    I used to find the ANA Grading Guide in coin shops, but I haven't seen it in awhile. I gave mine to somebody overseas as a gift and have been wanting to replace it. Any ideas where I can get one?
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    rainbowroosierainbowroosie Posts: 4,875 ✭✭✭✭
    Yes, but some TPGs have not read it!!!
    "You keep your 1804 dollar and 1822 half eagle -- give me rainbow roosies in MS68."
    rainbowroosie April 1, 2003
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    michaelmichael Posts: 9,524 ✭✭✭
    first edition color photos glossy paper pcgs grading guide

    brown and dunn grading guide


    michael
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    metaldtctmetaldtct Posts: 52
    I appreciate the info everyone.
    Thanks,
    Metaldtct
    That we are to stand by the president, right or wrong is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.~Theodore Roosevelt-Republican president.

    We know that dictators are quick to choose aggression, while free nations strive to resolve differences in peace.~George W. Bush.






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