First Submission(S) To PCGS (Detailed Walk Through)

This is a detailed walk through of my first experience with PCGS to the present day. It is a little much I think, but I wanted to include as much information as I could for those who are curious. Sorry in advance for not having pictures, I didn't take pictures prior to sending the coins in. I thought about it and really did not want to take the time for all the coins. If you would like to know any specifics about the coins or the process, I would be happy to share. I cut out the submission numbers and a few other things to clean up the post.

It always seems to be a topic here, so I thought I would share my first experience with PCGS. I have been a member of NGC in the past and sent several coins in over the years with some pretty good results. I wanted to try PCGS, so I joined at the Platinum level. After a few weeks of buying additional coins to send in, I started the process of narrowing down my submission coins. I wanted to send in some type coins I purchased in the last month, some graded dollars I have purchased over the last few years, and a number of other dollars I picked up to send in.
My grading skills are better on some coins than others. I would say Morgan dollars, is a strong area for me followed by a moderate knowledge of Barber coinage and V-nickels.

To determine what I was actually going to send in, I evaluated the condition of each coin to determine if:
A. The raw type coins had XF or better details.
B. Raw Morgans had at least MS63/64 potential or proof like qualities without obvious signs of damage or cleaning.
C. Graded coins had potential to be upgraded.
D. Graded coins would benefit being in PCGS holders.

I went through my packet pcgs sent me. I started to use the submission sheets included, then I found the online submission forms on the PCGS website. I created approximately 4 submission types, which are all listed with the coins below.

8 Free Submissions
All Raw - No Breakouts
Line# Qty Description
1. 1851 1C (Large Cent)
2. 1903 5C (V-Nickel)
3. 1862 H10C ( Seated half dime)
4. 1877-CC 10C (Seated CC Dime)
5.A.1903-O 10C ( Barber dime)
5.B. 1903-O 10C ( Barber dime)
6. 1907 10C ( Barber dime)
7. 1876 25C ( Seated quarter)

Reconsideration Submission - Regular
1. 1886-O $1 MS62 (Morgan PCGS Graded MS62 Blue Holder)
2. 1891-CC $1 MS61 (Morgan PCGS Graded MS61 Green Holder)

Crossover Submission - Regular
1. 1891 $1 MS62 CURRENT (Morgan NGC MS62 Old Large Holder)
2. 1892-S $1 AU53 CURRENT (Morgan NGC AU53)
3. 1897 $1 MS64 CURRENT (Morgan NGC MS64 Old Large Holder)
*Notes: Variety Attribution - Pitted Reverse
4. 1934-S $1 MS61 CURRENT ( Peace dollar NGC MS61)

Economy Submission
All Raw - No Breakouts
1. 2 1878-S $1 MS
2. 1 1879-S $1 MS
3. 2 1881-S $1 MS
4. 1 1882-O $1 MS
5. 1 1882-S $1 MS
6. 1 1885-O $1 MS
7. 1 1890 $1 MS
8. 1 1897-S $1 MS
9. 1 1897 $1 MS
10. 1 1900 $1 MS
11. 1 1902-O $1 MS

I wanted to submit all 4 orders in one shipment. So I followed the instructions about submitting multiple orders for one shipment. I then made sure I had the coins in the recommended bigger submission flips. I put each submission in a zip lock bag with the coins labeled and the submission form. I then shipped it off 11/21 registered as recommended and because I submitted some expensive coins.
PCGS sent me a confirmation 11/27 saying the received the coins. The orders numbers were then available to see online, however unlike NGC, you could not see what the orders actually consist of. I then, put it at the back of my mind so I could try and not wear out the website. I did realize that I forgot to include my voucher for the 8 free submissions . As soon as I realized it, I emailed PCGS and asked them if it was a problem. The next day I received a emailed response in which support said they had the number from my voucher and that was all the needed .
I checked the status a week or so later, but tried not to over do it and on 12/6, my brother asked me if I had heard anything about my coins. I then got on to check and they had posted the results from my 8 voucher coins.

12/6 Results from voucher submission
Line# Item Date Denomination Grade
1 1 1851 1C Genuine - VF Details (92 - Cleaned)
2 1 1903 5C MS62
3 1 1862 H10C Genuine - XF Details (92 - Cleaned)
4 1 1877-CC 10C Genuine - XF Details (92 - Cleaned)
5 1 1903-O 10C AU55
5 2 1903-O 10C Genuine - XF Details (92 - Cleaned)
6 1 1907 10C AU58
7 1 1876 25C Genuine - XF Details (97 - Environmental Damage)
*Thoughts about the results - I really can't be disappointed, all of these coins with the exception of the 77cc dime, I had a very minimal investment in. All of the coins were purchased from dealers raw in the last few months. The only coin in which I was disappointed was the 77cc dime. However, I knew the coin was dipped and borderline AU, but thought "What the hell, I will send it off". Very pleased (of course) with the 03 V-Nickel and AU Barber dimes.

12/9 - Results posted from Reconsideration Submission
Line #Coin Date Denomination Grade
1 1 1886-O $1 USA MS62 (No change)
2 1 1891-CC $1 MS62 (Bumped up from a MS61)

*Thoughts about the results - I am happy with the upgrade of the 91CC dollar. The coin was in a green holder, not a rattler. The 1886-O wasn't a long shot, but it was worth a try. I really didn't send it in having the expectation of a upgrade, but it would have been nice!

I just thought I would share my experience to this point. So far, I have been happy with the timeline and service from PCGS. If there is interest, I will update as soon as I see more results.
Thanks and I hope this helps in any future decisions.