Are there PCGS AU58+ grade Collectors??

Manorcourtman · July 13, 2014 7:06AM

AU58+ seems like a purdy tough grade to get from PCGS. Are there AU58+ collectors and are the coins in this grade "hot" commodities? I don't believe I've seen an auction for one? Comments?

LindeDad · July 13, 2014 7:15AM

TOP POP coin in the Everyman sets so yes those are sought after by set makers of popular series.
Think many of them are privately traded.

Patches · July 13, 2014 7:18AM

I only have one AU58+ by our hosts, an 1851-O 3 Cent Silver. I don't think I'd actively pursue them since they're so rare to locate.

messydesk · July 13, 2014 7:32AM

So why is "AU58+" used instead of "AU59"?

BAJJERFAN · July 13, 2014 7:36AM

Board member Nickcap is partial to 58+ as I recall. Don't remember him posting recently.

crypto79 · July 13, 2014 7:37AM

I don't own any plus coins. I guess I just don't have what it takes

MFH · July 13, 2014 8:06AM

I know Darrell Kreiss has an 1898-O Half in one of his many registry sets of Halves
that is graded AU 58+. It's a POP ONE in 58+

There was a day I'd pay stupid money for that coin.

Sunshine Rare Coins · July 13, 2014 8:10AM

Just bought an outstanding 1858 o half in pcgs 58+ - really tough coin

SAM5969 · July 13, 2014 8:14AM

To me - it is just another gimmick started by TPG to drive revenue

Collecting opinions and paying stiff premiums for something, that if cracked out and resent, has less chance of being assigned the same grade than not .. Without trying to sound cliché I am only interested in collecting the coins I find appealing - the plastic is of secondary consideration

mozin · July 13, 2014 8:33AM

I like the idea of the 58+ grade. So far I only own one of them, a Capped Bust Half Dollar that crossed from NGC 62. Wish I could do it again.

moosesr · July 13, 2014 9:13AM

"I am only interested in collecting the coins I find appealing - the plastic is of secondary consideration". I agree with you, I don't understand why someone would allow a down grade like that just to get the coin in a PCGS holder? I did do it once, but only because I forgot to put a minimum grade for cross over.

Broadstruck · July 13, 2014 9:40AM

Not for me as I'll take a older non edge view AU58 over a recent AU58+ any day.

roadrunner · July 13, 2014 10:12AM

The are certainly AU58, MS60, MS61, and MS62 coins the equivalent of the AU58+. Seems like a labeling thing to me.....with the 58+ being the most valuable of this group.

SAM5969 · July 13, 2014 10:15AM

Broadstruck - I agree with your premise in theory but you've been around plenty long enough to know the AU58 grade is issued for myriad reasons. Not all AU58 graded coins, even those in rattlers, OGH, and early generation blue holders are "Gem Sliders/AU64s)".... Many are truly or technically mint state coins with issues like slide marks or other detractions. Once again it all comes down to the collector having done his homework and buying what he likes. The grade on the holder is nothing more than another piece of information and opinion which is best used to gauge whether one is paying an appropriate price for the coin in question (if one is thinking of his exit strategy).

Bochiman · July 13, 2014 10:20AM

At least 1 member was hot for AU58+ graded coins. I recall some posts he made looking for them.

I have a couple of "Everyman" sets and, while I have tried to get AU58, when it made sense, I actually have no desire to pursue AU58+ grades.
I'm not resubmitting any of them, nor am I actively pursuing any (if they even exist for the half-cents...I haven't checked to see if any were made).

I won't get down on the grade, or those that go after them, but for me, they aren't worth going after.

For our 1/2c collection, we have 1825-1857, inclusive save for "1831", all in AU58, and are happy with that.

amwldcoin · July 13, 2014 10:46AM

<< <i>I know Darrell Kreiss has an 1898-O Half in one of his many registry sets of Halves
that is graded AU 58+. It's a POP ONE in 58+

There was a day I'd pay stupid money for that coin. >>

And I did IMO! When I bought it....but not so much Now!

SCOTT Why so Glum Lately? So many negative posts from you lately.

Edit to add about my purchase

TwoSides2aCoin · July 13, 2014 11:11AM

Sounds like a fun challenge.

TwoSides2aCoin · July 13, 2014 11:18AM

Top Slider Set has a ring to it. However, I wouldn't take on the challenge of trying to "make" a coin. They'd just have to get bought as they come available at a price a guy could "sneak" away , and still earn a mild "you suck" with.