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I like the thought that revenue made from mystery boxes and telemarketers trickles down to lower grading costs for everyone, but I'm not sure that is what happens. (View Post)

I've seen the same with some pattern pieces, where the incorrect Judd number has been assigned. Accidents happen, but one has to wonder if these are truly "mechanical errors" or a misidenti… (View Post)

Stop guessing when it comes to strike type. The mint used the same dies for some coins when striking both proof and business strikes. In well circulated condition there is often no definitive way to … (View Post)

I think picture lighting and contrast can also add to the difficulty in this series. Here is the coin as imaged by Heritage. (View Post)

I believe it has to do with the "guarantee". A guarantee claim payout on a more expensive coin costs more, so they offset guarantee payouts by charging more in grading fees for all higher v… (View Post)