This page serves as a definitive resource for collectors, focusing on the critical and often complex topic of coin grading. It acts as a central hub for articles and guides that explain what coin grading is, how it works, the standards used by top services, and why it is essential for determining a coin’s true market value.
By providing detailed, educational content on this fundamental numismatic process, American Rarities positions itself as a knowledgeable and trustworthy expert. This strategy builds a strong foundation of trust, encouraging collectors to seek out their professional appraisal services for an accurate assessment of their coins’ condition and authenticity.
A Guide to Rare Coins, Bullion, and Paper Currency Inheriting an estate can be overwhelming, especially when it includes specialized items like rare coins, bullion, and paper currency. At American…
PCGS: Professional Coin Grading ServicePCGS (Professional Coin Grading Service) is one of the most renowned and widely recognized rare coin grading services in the industry. Established in 1986, PCGS has…
What are the next top ten coins to collect?
Our Top 10 Picks for Rare Coin Collectors Top Ten Rare Coin Picks Rare coin collecting has been a time-honored hobby for centuries. These days, there are more coin collectors…
An In-Depth Look at a Fake Certified Coin Slab We received a certified 1856 Flying Eagle Cent that someone wanted to use as collateral for a $9,500 loan. Should be…
2007 Jefferson Nickel.
How to Determine if You Have a Valuable Error Coin This is a typical question we deal with. Name: StephenEmail: Sohare@Phone: xxx xxx xxxxWhat do you think? Do you think…
Iconic 1955 Double Die Lincoln Cent
One of the most oft-asked questions rare coin dealer hear is regarding double stamped coins otherwise properly know as a double die coin. Specifically it means that the doubling is…
Obverse side of a fake St Gaudens in a fake PCGS holder.
A Case Study in Counterfeit Detection: A Fake $20 Gold Coin Here is a good case study. Guy emailed us pictures of a coin that he inherited from his grandfather.…
Some of the tools uneducated folks use to clean their coins.
A Case Study in Proper Coin Care and Preservation We were planning of visiting a coin seller in Texas as part of a larger trip. This fellow had about $4,000…
I was disappointed that a graded coin is not graded unless done by certain companies, but this is not your fault. Your man tried to be as helpful as possible.…
Coin values are going up!
Best steps to insure a top value for your coin collection Determining the value of your rare coins is no simple matter. Here are 10 simple steps that can help…