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Message:: [QUOTE="kanga, post: 447085, member: 9270"]Grades are opinions based upon experience and "local" guidelines.By "local" guidelines I mean each TPG has it's own set of "rules".And the "rules" may differ from one TPG to another.I don't think the "rules" change over time; I think it's the way the "rules" are applied that changes, i.e., the grader's "eye" and personal biases. If you, like me, can't tell the difference between a MS-64 and a MS-65, grading consistency is what we're after.And that's why PCGS and NGC are the preferred TPGs. They seem to be more consistent. BTW, since ANACS changes ownership earlier this year, IMO they've REALLY tightened up their grading.If you want grading consistent with what you're used to, stay with PCGS and NGC.IMOUse ANACS only when you believe an item would be body bagged elsewhere.But examine newly slabbed coins in ANACS holders (not DETAILS coins) very carefully.You may be able to get an upgrade on a crossover. So much for consistency across TPGs.[/QUOTE]