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PCGS will often agree with NGC on the grade for a specific coin, so I wouldn't say they are ALWAYS tougher graders. However, the general perception in the marketplace is that PCGS is usually more strict and prices reflect that perception. For modern coins, PCGS doesn't give out as many MS-70, PR-70, and Deep Cameo (Ultra Cameo) grades as does NGC. For those top-graded coins, the PCGS prices are almost always significantly higher.
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PCGS will often agree with NGC on the grade for a specific coin, so I wouldn't say they are ALWAYS tougher graders. However, the general perception in the marketplace is that PCGS is usually more strict and prices reflect that perception. For modern coins, PCGS doesn't give out as many MS-70, PR-70, and Deep Cameo (Ultra Cameo) grades as does NGC. For those top-graded coins, the PCGS prices are almost always significantly higher.
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