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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;ToughCOINS, post: 2033282, member: 20480&quot;]Unfortunately, coins designated either &quot;Genuine&quot; or &quot;Details&quot; are stigmatized, often unfairly.&nbsp; Why?&nbsp; Because the presence or absence of the designation creates a black or white mindset.</p><p><br /></p><p>The severity of a problem can run the gamut, from extreme to rather subtle, and the value of a coin with a subtle problem might well be closer to that of a graded coin than of a coin with a similar type problem of typical severity, and far more than a severe problem of the same type. </p><p><br /></p><p>This is especially true for very rare coinage.&nbsp; Examples that come to mind are the Chain Cent (mentioned above), 1829 Curl Base 2 Dime, and 1916/16 Nickel . . . all commonly found with problems . . . in fact, almost non-existent without.</p><p><br /></p><p>It is right for the TPG&#039;s to flag the problem with the designation, so that potential buyers know what to look for in examining the coins.</p><p><br /></p><p>Just as importantly, it is wrong to reject, out-of-hand, all potential purchases simply because they have been so designated.&nbsp; Failing to give the time of day to an imnportant coin with a minor problem could prove a regretful move.</p><p><br /></p><p>- Mike[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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