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NGC uses two-letter codes before a coin’s numeric grade to describe its method of production and overall appearance. The most common are MS for Mint State coins (those struck for circulation) and PF for Proof coins (those struck for collectors).
- What is an Adjectival Grade
60–70: Proof: PF: 60–70 : For some bulk submissions, NGC...
- What is an Adjectival Grade
Mint State (MS) The numerical grades MS-60 through MS-70, used to denote a business strike coin that never has been in circulation. A Mint State coin can range from one that is covered with marks (MS-60) to a flawless example (MS-70).
- The History of Coin Grading Systems
- Uncirculated Grades
- Circulated Grades
- Nonstandard Grades and Terms
- Recommended Reading
In the early days of coin collecting, grading of coins was by "instinct." Dealers had different grading systems based on their individual experiences, observations, and opinions. There was very little standardization. Discussions on coin grading systems were held by the American Numismatic Association (A.N.A.) for decades, but it was not until the ...
MS-70- The perfect coin. Has very attractive sharp strike and original luster of the highest quality for the date and mint. No contact marks are visible under magnification. There are absolutely no hairlines, scuff marks or defects. Attractive and outstanding eyeappeal. Copper coins must be bright with full original color and luster. MS-69- Must ha...
AU-58 - (Very Choice About Uncirculated) - The barest trace of wear may be seen on one or more of the high points of the design. No major detracting contact marks will be present and the coin will have attractive eye appeal and nearly full luster, often with the appearanceof a higher grade. AU-55 - (Choice About Uncirculated) - Only small traces of...
Although not recognized by the Official A.N.A. Grading System for United States Coins, intermediate grades such as AU-53, VF-35, VF-25, F-15 and G-6 are employed by some grading services and dealers. Also, some dealers use the abbreviation XF (instead of EF) to designate coins in Extra Fine condition. Additionally, three other nonstandard grades ar...
Official A.N.A. Grading Standards for United States Coins.Ed. Ken Bressett and A. Kosoff. 4th ed. N.p.: Whitman, 1991.Ruddy, James F. Photograde.N.p.: Bowers and Merena Galleries, 1991.- PCGS
Aug 13, 2019 · For grades 60 and higher, circulation issues receive the MS prefix to indicate that they are in “Mint State” (Uncirculated). In lower grades, the prefix is an abbreviation for the coin’s adjectival grade range.
Sep 10, 2019 · 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 coin manufacture.
Sep 14, 2007 · PF-60 is the lowest grade on the "main" proof totem pole. At this grade, the coin will have many marks, the strike of the coin may not be "full", and the coin is always less...
PF-60, PF-63, PF-65, PF-67 or PF-69 are typical grades you will see for proof coins on our website. To buy and sell proof coins at these designated grades, normally third-party grading and encapsulation is required.
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