What Is The Best Grading Reference?

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Brandmeister Pillar of the Community United States 6506 Posts	Posted 12/02/2023 2:23 pm I am sure that CCF newcomers have asked this question a thousand times over the years. What is the proper online reference for grading rules on each denomination? I have become relatively proficient with PCGS Photograde for visual comparison, at least below 53/60. But when people talk about MS grades in particular, they are assessing what seem to be agreed-upon finer points. At some point, I seem to remember encountering a blow-by-blow of specific devices and wear assessment for Buffalo nickels at each grade. Do these references exist for each denomination? I also know that some years are known for weak strikes, die wear, and so forth. Surely this information exists in a reference somewhere, that probably isn't only in a book. Report this Post to the Staff

Dearborn Moderator United States 96209 Posts	Posted 12/02/2023 2:26 pm I think they do, but can't seem to remember where I seen it. Collecting since 1972. Learning from then on "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." - Benjamin Franklin 7070 type set coin count: 51/76 Uncirculated American Silver Eagles My American Silver Eagle Proof Collection Sacagawea Dollars Innovation Dollars Eisenhower-Dollars Kennedy-Half Dollars Washington-Quarters Roosevelt-Dimes Buffalo-Nickels 1938-2005 Jefferson-Nickels Lincoln-Cents Report this Post to the Staff
MisterT Pillar of the Community United States 2003 Posts	Posted 12/02/2023 3:35 pm I would recommend a paperback book by James L. Halperin titled "How To Grade U.S. Coins", a step by step guide to the grading of uncirculated and proof coins. It shows all denominations, high points of wear so you can determine if a coin is uncirculated or a slider AU. Formulas for assigning a MS-grade depending on surface preservation, strike, luster, and eye appeal. Report this Post to the Staff
Coinfrog Bedrock of the Community United States 94367 Posts	Posted 12/02/2023 3:38 pm The Halperin book is indeed a must for collectors of high-grade examples. Report this Post to the Staff
Halo1st Pillar of the Community United States 2775 Posts	Posted 12/02/2023 5:09 pm Food for thought. Thanks, Doug. https://www.ngccoin.com/coin-gradin...ading-scale/ Report this Post to the Staff
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