Posted 07/08/2007 2:31 pm
Coin grading services survive on collectors and dealers sending them raw coins and grading them for a fee. At $15-$30 each times tens of thousands of coins per month I don't believe they will jeopardize their business for a coin or two. You make a point that the bullion coins all look the same. If this is the case, does it make that much difference if you get a different coin graded 69DAM for example. Concern would be if you thought it was a "70". If you have a raw, high end coin you want to send in to grade I recommend you take pictures of the obverse and reverse with a high quality digital camera. Make note of any blemishes, scratches, bag marks, etc. that can identify your coin. So far I have had no problems with the few cons I have sent in for grading. Also a coin dealer's reputation is the most important aspect of his/her business. A negative posting to forums like this could put someone out of business in a hurry.
