Now, I'm not one to play the crack-out-and-resubmit game, but as well as CACG did for me on other submissions, I was not happy with this one. It's my first coin that I'm actually going forward with breaking free from captivity solely to resubmit. Here's one of a handful of coins going in, but the only one [hopefully] destined for an upgrade. 1883 V Nickel with cents. I feel that CACG did me dirty on this coin, grading it as a MS61. I'm not entirely sure still, but I'm leaning towards submitting this as a proof coin, JD-1 variety. From what I've seen so far, the doubling inside the bottom loop of the 3 is a pup for this variety. And there's clear die polishing lines that go underneath the devices, as well as highly reflective fields. I'm just crossing my fingers that I didn't goof by cutting this out. Typically, whenever I free a coin from a holder, it's specifically for my 7070. At least if it comes back body-bagged, I'll have an upgrade coin for my type set. But this time is different... I want to get more eyes on this, and see what the next TPG says. Wish me luck!
Always an interesting experiment but best case scenario I don't believe it will upgrade enough to make up for the grading fees. What do you feel is best case scenario? Would have to jump to a 64 to gain $100 of value. Luster plays a role. 12 to 6 o'clock fields are too busy to be much over low MS IMHO. This ones mine in my type set. NGC gave it a 64.
I submitted it to CACG as a proof but didn't know anything about the JD-1 variety. After a bit of Google searches, I saw that the variety mentioned (JD-1, for a proof coin) has slight doubling inside 3. Mine has this trait, and incredibly reflective fields. If it's truly a business strike, it's the nicest I've ever seen. So, to answer your question, my goal is to submit for grading as a proof, but with being able to mention why I believe it is, too. If I'm wrong, then so be it, and I'll either leave it as-is, sell it, or cut it out for my 7070. But I still have a few days before I ship, so it's not set in stone yet... aside from it being raw now, that is.
I knew they were strict before joining, but I didn't think they'd be so harsh lol! Giving that a 61 when it looks how it does just seemed like a slap to the face kinda
Isn't there an option to do a crossover with a minimum grade and/or designation you request, if not, they just return it as is and just charge you a grading fee? Oops! I totally get it if you don't want built in bias of a previously graded coin however.
This was my thought as well. Unless you've got a pretty low monetary investment in the coin to give you room to play the crackout game, I don't see enough upside potential there. I do agree that CACG was a little bit harsh on it, but only by one point or so. Looks 62-ish to my eye, personally. BUT, it could be I'm just distracted by the die polish lines.
