Certified Grading Service
We offer professional assessment and
authentication to determine condition, authenticity, and market value of coins and currency.
Grading is crucial for collectors and investors because it ensures trust and transparency in the collector market.
Coin Grading
Our coin grading services evaluate a coin's condition, rarity, and authenticity. The grade is typically assigned on a scale of 1 to 70 (the Sheldon Scale), where: 1 represents a coin in poor condition, and 70 represents a perfect, flawless coin.
Key Grading Criteria
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Strike Quality: How well the coin was struck at the mint.
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Surface Preservation: The presence of scratches, wear, or other marks.
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Luster: The way light reflects off the coin's surface.
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Eye Appeal: Overall aesthetic appearance.
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Rarity: Influences value but is not part of the numeric grade.
Currency Grading
Grading paper money involves evaluating its condition, authenticity, and rarity. The condition is judged on a scale from Poor (P-1) to Gem Uncirculated (GEM-70).
Key Grading Criteria
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Crispness: Whether the note retains its original stiffness or is worn.
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Centering: Alignment of the design elements.
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Folds and Creases: Presence of bends, folds, or wrinkles.
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Stains and Tears: Detractors that reduce value.
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Ink and Color: Quality of the print and absence of fading.