Splain Somefin To Me

Friends, I know some of you are very experienced in the ways of NGC and can provide a logical explanation for the following. I received a Silver Jefferson Nickel back from NGC graded UNC Details due to a PLANCHET FLAW on the reverse. Now, I can understand and support a Details grade for a coin that has been doctored in some way, even if the Doctoring occurred long before the current owner held the coin. After all, a doctored coin will presumably appear nicer than it should if it had not been doctored.

But, I don't think a planchet flaw falls into the same category. To me, a planchet flaw is something that occurs while the coin is in its production phase and the flaw should be treated as a natural feature of the coin that can be mentioned but should not prevent the assignment of a numeric grade.

Your thoughts and opinions are sought my Friends. What am i Missing?

Malcolm

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