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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;dennis5151, post: 8666338, member: 90596&quot;]I personally do not buy coins based on the grader, just the rarity and grade.&nbsp; I have crossed over a few to have a variety graded by each of the big four and to get a signature.</p><p><br /></p><p>This will get some negative unsolicited comments:&nbsp; go cheap for your personal collection and for simple verification of authenticity.&nbsp; You can always cross over or re-grade a high dollar coin before selling it.&nbsp; You may even get an upgrade.</p><p><br /></p><p>My experience with trying to get a better grade with a crossover is dismal.&nbsp; Zero for seven (if my memory is correct).&nbsp; ANACS downgraded a PCGS AU58 to an AU55.&nbsp; Also, very disappointing downgrade of a NGC 67 PLUS to a PCGS 67 which was again tested by crossover attempt to ANACS where it also graded as a 67.&nbsp; </p><p><br /></p><p>I have given up on crossover attempts to upgrade, obviously my grading skills are lacking.</p><p><br /></p><p>Most will argue very loudly that PCGS and NGC are the only top graders but I personally like ANACS and ICG customer service and the fact you do not need memberships.&nbsp; Also, ICG allows Fedex and UPS to a physical address which I trust more than a PO Box.&nbsp;&nbsp; Try calling all four and see which one will answer a call within a reasonable time frame, which ones will really call you back, and which ones will answer a specific question. Try emailing all four for the same.</p><p><br /></p><p>All being said, for high dollar-highest respect, PCGS seems to win in popularity.&nbsp; Less expensive, ICG and ANACS.&nbsp; Of note, you may get a lot of comments by people that work for the companies.&nbsp; Just saying.</p><p><br /></p><p>Good luck.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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