Best way to grade

jlzinck · September 30, 2007 11:27AM

Hello.

I'm more of a sports card guy but my father in law has collected cards since the early 40's.

He was showing me some coins and their "guide" value.

I suggested having the coins graded and I would just like some information.

2 of the coins in question are double struck pennies.

1955 and 1972. He grades them in Very Fine condition. In my experience with novice graders I would say at BEST these would grade one level lower than he thinks.

So to my questions.
1 How do I find about how to grade and the cost.
2. Would these coins in a condition lower than very fine be worth the trouble to grade?
3. Anything else I should know?

savoyspecial · September 30, 2007 11:29AM

yes, have them graded (preferably by pcgs, they are the most respected name in coin grading).....the 1955 especially will pan out to be worth the time and effort

**footnote: there is such thing as a 'poormans double die' for 1955....let me ask, is the doubling substantial and on all lettering or just the last 5 of the date?

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jlzinck · September 30, 2007 9:52PM

<< <i>yes, have them graded (preferably by pcgs, they are the most respected name in coin grading).....the 1955 especially will pan out to be worth the time and effort

**footnote: there is such thing as a 'poormans double die' for 1955....let me ask, is the doubling substantial and on all lettering or just the last 5 of the date?

g >>

Thanks for the answer and the question.

I will scan an image of the 55 and see.

Jon

seateddime · September 30, 2007 10:10PM

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jmski52 · September 30, 2007 10:15PM

Yes, it's well worth it, if you submit them to PCGS for grading. PCGS is the most conservative and well-respected of them all, and having the coins evaluated by them will maximize your market potential.

mcheath · September 30, 2007 11:08PM

Only go with pcgs if you have the real thing and they are not cleaned or a have some other problem. These coins are valuable even if they are cleaned scratched etc. Your best bet is to post pics here first before spending money to have them graded. ANACS will grade problem coins if they are geniune. The 55 is worth certifying at any grade and the 72 may be as well. Anyway post a good pic or scan if at all possible.

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