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Oct 3, 2006 · Location: Maryland 'burbs of DC. Posted April 8, 2007. Quote. PR is technically the abbreviation for the grade of Poor and is incorrectly used by PCGS for Proof. This was acknowledged by them, but since it was used for so long there is no way for them to correct their mistake. PF is the proper abbreviation for Proof.
Aug 13, 2019 · A traditional Proof coin—and still the most common type of Proof coin—is one that has a frosted appearance on the devices (the raised parts of the design) and a mirrored finish on the part of the coin without design, known as the fields. Proof coins graded by NGC feature PF (for Proof) before the grade, as in PF 70.
May 1, 2002 · These designations are the letter ‘W’ to indicate a “white” or entirely untoned coin and the NGC star, applied to coins of outstanding appearance. These follow a coin’s numerical grade on the NGC grading label. The letter ‘ W ’on the label of an NGC certified silver, nickel or clad coin identifies the piece as having no toning ...
Sep 10, 2019 · PF refers to a coin struck as a Proof. The numeric grade of Proof coins is preceded by PF even if the grade is below 60. For example, a 50 is described a PF 50 on the NGC certification label. While the MS and PF abbreviations are by far the most common, there are actually two other types prefixes used by NGC to indicate different methods of ...
May 16, 2024 · The two most common types are MS and PF. MS or Mint State refers to a coin struck for circulation—or in the same style as a coin struck for circulation. It also means that the coin grades between 60 and 70. Circulation issues in grades below 60 receive a different prefix based on their adjectival grade range. PF or Proof issues, are coins ...
Mar 20, 2011 · PF is not a higher grade than MS. A coin is either a Business Strike (intended for circulation) or Proof (made for collectors). Proof is a method of manufacture. Once a Proof coin, always a Proof coin. Even a circulated Proof coin will have a PF grade (of less than 60). This information can be found in your Red Book.
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Jun 26, 2020 · As other intimated, even 2020 proof coins from the mint can have production or handling flaws which render it a lower grade. Also, with time you will observe that even coins which have been graded may have been over or under graded. Trust the pros, but sometimes it can be obvious and grade does not always equate to eye appeal.
