***Poll: We all know PCGS and NGC are the premier TPG's, but....ICG vs. ANACS on the 2nd tier, which

Goldbully · June 22, 2008 11:00AM

Kind of scary that both ICG and ANACS are in Englewood, CO.

NHSBaseball · June 22, 2008 11:09AM

From the few I've seen, DGS should be in the discussion. I know it's very early to try to make a comparison, but if you think about it, ANACS and ICG have only been under their new ownership for a couple of months longer. It will be interesting to see who emerges.

Goldbully · June 22, 2008 11:11AM

<< From the few I've seen, DGS should be in the discussion. >>

I agree, I was just going with the 4 TPG's that are "eBay certified."

Whatafind · June 22, 2008 11:12AM

The old Anacs. NEW ICG.

RYK · June 22, 2008 11:13AM

It's too confusing to answer, so I said "neither". One year ago or earlier, I would have answered "ANACS".

MidLifeCrisis · June 22, 2008 11:21AM

I voted neither because I would not prefer either one.

bfjohnson · June 22, 2008 11:27AM

I voted ANACS but didn't realize they were based in the same city.

cmerlo1 · June 22, 2008 11:39AM

ICG all the way....

SeaEagleCoins · June 22, 2008 11:48AM

I voted "neither"...

Based on my experience, when it comes time to sell, a coin is better off raw than in either of these holders.

As for DGS... I am in a wait and see mode... will "good" coins get into their holders AND STAY THERE?... and will the market accept these coins at fair market value WITHOUT the usual discount demanded for coins in ANACS or ICG holders?... (if people will even look at coins in these holders)...

harvey85422458 · June 22, 2008 11:50AM

I went with the new ICG

Goldbully · June 22, 2008 12:12PM

ICG Team

ANACS History

YaHa · June 22, 2008 1:03PM

Icg, I have submitted about 20 coins and 30 reholders and although grading is tight, fast turnaround and even got a call and was asked how things went. James Taylor is a person that I met few times at the old ICG, but Anacs don't think they will make it.

Goldbully · June 22, 2008 1:08PM

<< Icg, I have submitted about 20 coins and 30 reholders and although grading is tight, fast turnaround and even got a call and was asked how things went. James Taylor is a person that I met few times at the old ICG, but Anacs don't think they will make it. >>

Love ya YaHa!!!!!!

DIMEMAN · June 22, 2008 1:10PM

All I know is that anacs will cross to PCGS and ICG don't! (my experiences).

COALPORTER · June 22, 2008 1:19PM

ICG. should be equal to the old ANACS and is really just as good at
grades as PCGS and better thaN NGC/NCS. I've always been happy with the coins I have in ICG holders, infact some of my favorites.

robkool · June 22, 2008 1:31PM

Their both equally great...

Goldbully · June 22, 2008 1:33PM

<< Their both equally great... >>

Not according to the poll so far....but thanks for your opinion, robkool!!

kieferscoins · June 22, 2008 2:21PM

Location has nothing to do with the companies rank in my opinion.

My priorities for a grading service are:

1. Accurate grading/authetication
2. Market acceptance (auctions, shows etc)
3. Re-sale value
4. Turnaround times
5. Customer Service
6. Business Practices

There probably are a dozen more reasons but these were my top ones off the top of my head. A few things to think about since the coin market always changes and ICG/ANACS switch are a great example of this.

Cameron Kiefer

Barndog · June 22, 2008 2:23PM

<< All I know is that anacs will cross to PCGS and ICG don't! (my experiences). >>

I've had much better success crossing half dimes from ICG to PCGS than I have crossing ANACS to PCGS. Weird, huh?

Bochiman · June 22, 2008 2:28PM

Neither, anymore.
Sent some to ANACS last year.....didn't agree with their results (same OBW roll, sent in 2 Roosies. One came back AU58, the other MS66. I agree with the MS66 (and would have been ok with almost MS6anything). Also didn't like their service.

Haven't liked JT since he was ICG before. Their "guarantee" was laughable......sure...send it in, if we agree it is overgraded, we will reslab it at the lower grade and send it back to you. Thanks a lot! NOT!

ICG......no thanks.

So, ever though they swapped wives, so to speak, I don't like either right now.

BECOKA · June 22, 2008 2:53PM

DGS here we come. If they get a better slab, similar to ANACS and attribute everything the they will be a major second tier contender.

kieferscoins · June 22, 2008 3:01PM

<< DGS here we come. If they get a better slab, similar to ANACS and attribute everything the they will be a major second tier contender. >>

Yeah. Even things like Full Step nickels would be a start.

Cameron Kiefer

LeeG · June 22, 2008 8:35PM

I know I've seen some really, really, nice classic coins in DGS holders lately.

Barry · June 22, 2008 9:20PM

I used to like ANACS a lot, in the pre-JT days. Never used ICG, limited credibility in my eyes with their 70 fever.
Now, neither.

Preussen · June 22, 2008 9:46PM

Neither – both are irrelevant. -Preussen

Goldbully · June 22, 2008 11:34PM

The "neither" guys are very adamant in their comments.

So far though, ANACS has the clear majority.

Silverstate · June 23, 2008 1:27AM

The poll would be better if you asked who is in third place.

Goldbully · June 23, 2008 4:57AM

<< The poll would be better if you asked who is in third place. >>

You are right!!!!

pitboss · June 23, 2008 5:28AM

ANACS is grading much more strict and consistent at this point.

jfoot13 · June 23, 2008 5:42AM

<< Kind of scary that both ICG and ANACS are in Englewood, CO.

>>

Isn't that so when they switch back nobody has to move?

TwoSides2aCoin · June 23, 2008 6:13AM

Who said NGC is premiere ? They're a class favorite and second. There's only one premiere.

Goldbully · June 23, 2008 6:19AM

<< Who said NGC is premiere ? They're a class favorite and second. There's only one premiere. >>

There's a big ole' pick-a-nick basket on the way, TwoSides!!!!

DH

***Poll: We all know PCGS and NGC are the premier TPG's, but....ICG vs. ANACS on the 2nd tier, which

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