That's an interesting way to put it. If milk spots weren't an issue, I'd agree wholeheartedly. However, let's say you pay a $5 premium. You...
Indeed. I sold a raw 2011 set I would have called a 69, due to one or two tiny shiny pin pricks, but compared to these two 70 sets from PCGS, it...
Just got set #2: PCGS flag 70. This one's a lot better than the Merc set--no milk spots immediately noticeable, anyhow--but still a few shiny...
3rd party grading (PCGS, NGC etc.)
I think having 70s is good and fine, and it should be attainable: I like that definition better: no discernible flaws under 5x. When I can see...
I agree with you in principle, however TPGs commonly give 70s on modern bullion type coins with imperfections. Thus shiny spots on matte finish,...
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