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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Insider, post: 2295832, member: 24314&quot;]Sorry GDJMSP but I have become troubled/confused by some of your opinions (obvious roller marks and now pictures for grading).&nbsp; I don&#039;t wish to get into a discussion of our experience as I will surrender right now; however, I am beginning to understand why many well-known professional numismatists do not wish to bother with coin forums.&nbsp; Unfortunately, they don&#039;t know the fun they are missing.&nbsp; I wish every famous professional grader/dealer could be here to add their opinions and educate us. </p><p><br /></p><p>It&#039;s truly a shame they don&#039;t join in because from what I have read (going back years of posts) in the last few weeks you personally have posted so much helpful information (as they could have too) that the ANA should bring you out to teach at a Summer Seminar. Guess that is why you are the moderator.&nbsp; And...its a good bet that you know more about grading and authentication then I ever will...LOL.</p><p><br /></p><p>Nevertheless, don&#039;t tell us that photos are worthless!&nbsp; Everyone on this site comments on coins from photo&#039;s.&nbsp; As far as grading with written criteria (you are showing your age) - please explain to us what: &quot;some wheat grains merge&quot;; &quot;only a few&quot;; &quot;small design elements are smooth&quot; ;&quot;some lines visible&quot; on-and-on-and-on.&nbsp; Put away your B&amp;D book, Red book, and Penny Whimsy. The original &quot;Photograde&quot; book by James Ruddy was revolutionary and a huge jump forward.&nbsp; All grading books are GUIDES.&nbsp; They do not show mint luster, hairlines, etc.&nbsp; They cannot replace an educated poster or moderator such as yourself around here!&nbsp; Please join us in the 21th Century![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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