Grading of Coins - NGC and PCGS

There are various companies that grade and certify coins, but two are at the head of the pack (many experts say way ahead of the pack). They are NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation, 1987 to present) and PCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service, 1986 to present).

So what makes these two third-party grading services so special? Because 1) they guarantee the grade and authenticity of the coins they process and approve, and 2) they are about the most respected coin grading services in the world.

Once an NGC or PCGS coin is graded, certified and encased in a tamper-resistant plastic holder, you can be sure the coin has been graded by multiple grading experts and is accurate. If someone offers to sell you such a coin from either of these two organizations, you can be quite confident you are getting what you pay for without ever examining the coin in person. Worry-free site unseen trading is what makes dealing in NGC and PCGS coins so valuable.

If you are spending "serious money" on gold (or silver) coins, regardless of the source, you will want the assurance that these two organizations offer.

Happy trading!