Pops Hunter

Everyone that has replied, I thank you. I also think a person should buy the coin not the holder. That being said I do use EBay to locate resources of Numismatic coin dealers who have Inventories not posted to EBay due to their fees. Have found a better selection of high ends by doing that. I have collected for years and it is a passion of mine. I get disturbed when I see it becoming more about the money than the fair assessment of a piece of history. Thanks again

My bad, 1928 peace dollar

Hello all, I have just left the Ebay sight after looking for a 1928 P ms 64 or greater. I have to say I am sadly dissappointed with what I am seeing. I see both NGC and PCGS graded coins with CAC approval as well and IMO they are way off base (overgraded). Some have far more dings and scratches than I would apply to an AU graded coin. Others have what looks like carpet tack marks, fingerprints, etc. ICG is actually showing to be closer to the proper grade than what is currently being shown. Based on what I am seeing either these graders are blind or I need to stop wasting my money now. Don't take my word for it, look for yourself. Easy to see with Ebay search. These coins are downright ugly!

I have been in the process of collecting a Peace Dollar set to leave my Son at some point. This whole scenario is nauseating to say the least. I am completely sold on the idea of buy the coin and not the holder. I have several ICG coins that when closely compared to NGC or PCGS are as good if not better. Due to statements of others I will not forfeit/risk my grades on the off chance that they will cross. That being said I have no intention of ever selling but if and when my son gets them he can have this headache. It is like politics , buy the kool-aid type thing.

Thanks for the info, it makes sense from the view you stated. It is also good that I can have sent to pcgs, these coins I have had for a while and are exceptional in quality. I did not want to risk tear out only to receive a lower grade. (Inherited coins)

I have a question regarding grading. Why does Ngc and Pcgs offer crossover of each other but not ICG. In order to have an ICG graded coin gradied it must be removed from slab but not Ngc or Pcgs. Why? It would seem to me that the coin could still be graded through slab to determine grade. Is there something afoot? Also seems like a lot of revenue let on the table due to arrogance? It could simply be returned if crossover can't be applied but fees could still be charged.