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To Certify or Not to Certify: 1885-CC Morgan
MKenn18710
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Newbie coin collector here, with what is likely a dumb question but one I would like everyone's advice on. I have an 1885-CC Morgan UNC, in a "commemorative" case / box from a US Government issue. The coin looks to be in really good shape, and I know the 1885-CC is a desirable date and mint mark for the Morgan.
My question: is it better to leave the coin in its current case, with the current display box and certificate, but uncertified? Or would it be better to break it out of this case, and submit to one of the certification agencies for authentication and grading? I know the value goes up a good amount if it goes above an MS62, but wasn't sure if there was value in leaving it in the current display. Help!?!
Photos at the links below; not the best in the world, but give you an idea of what I have. Thanks in advance for the advice!
Photo with Box and Case
Closeup on Coin Obverse
My question: is it better to leave the coin in its current case, with the current display box and certificate, but uncertified? Or would it be better to break it out of this case, and submit to one of the certification agencies for authentication and grading? I know the value goes up a good amount if it goes above an MS62, but wasn't sure if there was value in leaving it in the current display. Help!?!
Photos at the links below; not the best in the world, but give you an idea of what I have. Thanks in advance for the advice!
Photo with Box and Case
Closeup on Coin Obverse
- Matthew Kennedy
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<< <i>Leave it in the case. Our hosts and the other certification service will grade it in the case. Welcome to the forum. >>
Not true for PCGS. Coins submitted in a GSA case for grading will be removed from the GSA case and put in a PCGS holder.
How do I submit GSA Carson City Morgan dollars for grading to receive the GSA designation?
GSA dollars can be submitted with raw coins, but must arrive in their GSA holder in order to receive the "GSA" designation on the PCGS label. Send the coins in the acrylic holder only. External packaging, original GSA acrylic holders, and certificates of authenticity will not be returned.
Will "GSA" Carson City Morgan dollars submitted for grading retain the GSA holder?
No. GSA Carson City Morgan dollars submitted for grading will be removed from their GSA holders and go through the grading process as raw coins. You do not have the option of keeping the original holder.
PCGS Policy
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I don't see any need or significant upside commercial benefit to you having it certified by a Third Party Grading Service.
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bob
Hi:
Coin is an MS61, maybe 62. Not worth getting graded. At that grade, the coin will go down in value rather than just leaving it as is in the ungraded GSA case.