PCGS vs. NGC grading question?

Discussion in 'US Coins Forum' started by Westtexasbound, Sep 10, 2013.

  1. Westtexasbound

    Westtexasbound Active Member

    Does it really matter which to use when looking for pre 1933 gold coins?

    It seems like the same grade coin for PCGS goes for more than a NGC?

    Pro or cons with either?
    which has the better presentation in the case?

    Thank you
     
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  3. rickmp

    rickmp Frequently flatulent.

    One thread is enough.

    (Edit) Topics merged, so there is just one now. -C.
     
  4. gbroke

    gbroke Naturally Toned

    In general, PCGS coins of the same grade command higher premiums than NGC.
     
  5. NorthKorea

    NorthKorea Dealer Member is a made up title...

    I prefer the black NGC holders for gold coins. :)
     
  6. ToughCOINS

    ToughCOINS Dealer Member Moderator

    Both PCGS and NGC grade well, but not perfectly, and no one will ever grade perfectly. Both companies have undergraded some coins, and overgraded others.

    Unless you depend on CAC for validation, you must look at the coin, and decide for yourself if it is properly graded. My observation is that CAC has been wrong on at least a few coins I have considered.

    As concerns presentation, I cannot address your personal preference.
     
  7. Morgandude11

    Morgandude11 As long as it's Silver, I'm listening

    :confused::eek: They are both good---GROAN!!!!!
     
  8. BodyBag

    BodyBag Junior Member

    PCGS grades US gold coins more conservatively than NGC does, and market prices, CAC sticker rates, and my personal experience back this up.
     
  9. KoinJester

    KoinJester Well-Known Member

  10. Stevenn57

    Stevenn57 Active Member

    I collect mostly NGC because I like the holders better and I get good grades from them. I also have a lot of PCGS, but thats the only 2 I buy.
     
  11. mill rat41

    mill rat41 Member

    IMO, the two companies grade generic mint state gold pretty much the same up to MS 64. MS 65 and higher, PCGS is a little tighter. The market seems to favor PCGS right now though. Use this to your advantage - find an eye appealing, high end for the grade NGC coin for a bit of a discount.
     
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