After encapsulation, all coins are returned briefly
to the Grading Department for final inspection.
An experienced grader examines each encapsulated
coin to make certain that its label is correct
for both the grade and its accompanying descriptive
information. He also inspects each coin for any
flaws on its holder, such as scuffs or nicks.
NGC is careful to make certain that the coins
it certifies are not only accurately graded but
are attractively presented, as well.
When all the coins have been inspected, they're
either held in NGC's vault for in-person pick-up
by the submitter or delivered to our Shipping
Department for packaging. As in all steps of the
grading process, the coins are counted and their
labels checked against the original hand-written
or typed invoice to make certain that no mistakes
have occurred. A Shipping Department employee
then verifies the method of transport as selected
by the submitter on the invoice and prepares the
coins for delivery.
Regardless of whether the U.S. Postal Service
or some private carrier is used, the method of
packaging is essentially the same. The encapsulated
coins are placed vertically inside boxes made
of very sturdy cardboard, and these boxes contain
a row of dividers so that the holders don't come
into contact with one another. A shipping copy
of the submitter's invoice is included before
the box is sealed, and heavy tape, laced with
wire, is used to prevent accidental or unauthorized
opening of the box while it's in transit. Properly
registered and insured, the coins are safely shipped
and are soon in the hands of their owners.
