Message:

<p>[QUOTE=&quot;huntsman53, post: 523087, member: 1242&quot;]rohumpy,</p><p><br /></p><p>A circulated coin maybe considered an altered coin by some but altered has a totally different meaning in the coin collecting hobby and market! With circulated coins, the surfaces of the coin have been altered unintentionally through the normal use that they were intended for (to conduct commerce). However, at the same time, an &quot;Altered coin&quot; (whether circulated or uncirculated) means that the surfaces of the coin have been altered intentionally not by circulation but by man-made means to change the condition or appearance of the coin. PCGS and NGC will slab circulated coins that are not damaged in any way other than normal circulation wear. However, they will not slab circulated or uncirculated coins for that matter that have damage such as large scratches, gouges, rim dings or altered surfaces. ANACS on the other hand, will slab damaged or altered coins but you can bet your bottom dollar that when they put the label on the slab, they will have noted the damage or alteration in some way!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Frank[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

Your name or email address:

Do you already have an account?

• No, create an account now.
• Yes, my password is:
• Forgot your password?

Stay logged in