Just looking for some clarification

[BBTOYMAN-migration]

I have been out of the collecting world for a while and would like to have some things clarified so please bear with me for a moment.

 

PQ = Premium Quality?

 

In terms of early 1960's coins SMS = Special Mint Set?

 

I know when I started this post I had a bunch of questions but I have drawn a blank at the moment.

The struggles of having a 2 year old begging to play when you are trying to think.

 

Oh well I'll have to try again when my brain decides to work.

[truthteller]

You are correct, although, PQ is a term used loosely and is NOT used by the grading services.

 

 

 

 

TRUTH

[gmarguli]

PQ = Premium Quality?

 

Yep. No set standards. It's a judgment call.

 

 

In terms of early 1960's coins SMS = Special Mint Set?

 

Yes, the 1965-67 collector sets made by the mint.

[cpm9ball]

Welcome to the Boards, Brad!

 

My answer for Red Skelton's question............................Iraq!

 

Chris

[HaydenTubbs]

I thought ACG used PQ?

Oh,I'm sorry I didn't realize you said "grading services"

Actuall PCI does give this designation although it alwasy seems that it's for really cruddy or just plain normal coins

-Hayden

[RGT]

PCI has used the PQ designation for a long time and it used to mean something. Most of the early green PCI holders that were designated PQ stand a pretty good chance of an upgrade today. Of course, most have already been cracked and upgraded by now.

[etexmike]

Looks like you have already gotten the answers to your questions.

 

So just let me say and welcome to the forums.

 

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etexmike