What is au55 coin grade?

AU-55. High grade…is the numerical designation out of “70” that means AboutUncirculated. Also called Almost Uncirculated-55 or AU+. There is slight wear on the high points with minor friction in the fields. Luster can range from almost nonexistent to virtually full, but it will be missing from the high points.

What does PCGS au55 mean?

About Uncirculated
AU-55. This is for “About Uncirculated” (the grade) and “55” (the numerical designation of that grade). Also called “Almost Uncirculated-55.” There is slight wear on the high points with minor friction in the fields.

What is NGC gem uncirculated?

NGC considers BRILLIANT UNCIRCULATED to be any coins that would grade from 60-70 on the Sheldon Grading Scale. CHOICE UNCIRCULATED is considered to be any coins that would grade from 63 to 70. GEM UNCIRCULATED (sometimes indicated as GEM UNC or GEM BU) is used for coins that would grade from 65 to 70.

What does PR mean in coins?

Proof
Proof (PR) A coin usually struck from a specially prepared coin die on a specially prepared planchet. Proofs are usually given more than one blow from the dies and are usually struck with presses operating at slower speeds and higher striking pressure.

What is the difference between MS and PR in coin grading?

You can usually tell the difference between mint-state and proof coins by looking at them. Mint-state coins have a matte-like finish with some shine and “MS” preceding the number on the coin label, while proof coins feature plenty of shine and “PR” on the coin label. Also, mint-state coins are always graded.

What does PR mean in coin grading?

Is NGC grading worth it?

Some extremely low mintage key date coins (under 100,000), can benefit from being certified by PCGS or NGC, even if they’re in circulated condition. In nearly all situations, key date coins in uncirculated condition are worth having professionally graded; especially if you have multiple coins to submit.

Where is NGC located?

Sarasota, Florida
Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) is an international third-party coin grading and certification service based in Sarasota, Florida….Numismatic Guaranty Company.

What does Gem Brilliant Uncirculated mean?

Gem Brilliant Uncirculated (BU), or Gem Uncirculated, is an adjectival grade which NGC defines as being MS 65 or higher. The coin was not officially assigned an MS number, most likely as part of a special submission program. Adjectival grades exist alongside the numerical grades of the 70-point Sheldon Grading Scale.