Welcome to the First Edition
Modern technology offers our organization the opportunity to interact with you like never before. Through initiatives like the Collectors’ Society and The Certified Coin Registry, we are well on our way to building a great community for collectors and dealers alike. This monthly offering is just another step in our continued effort to effectively communicate with our customers.
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Understanding and Recognizing a Star
It is apparent that some coins of a particular grade are far more attractive than others of the same grade. That, in a nutshell, is the idea behind NGC’s star () designation. NGC defines its star designated coins as those that have exceptional eye appeal.
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Understanding the NGC Grading Label and its Use of Supplemental Designations
Collectors, and dealers too, are sometimes puzzled by the many numbers and characters that may appear on an NGC grading label, and I hope to successfully explain herein each of the various elements. All of the data that appear on NGC’s grading labels are there for various reasons.
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A New Place to Meet and Talk with Collectors
The Collectors’ Society has added discussion Boards that are an exciting part of our community. If you’re not familiar with the idea, this is a bit like an online bulletin board where collectors can post messages about coins they’re looking for, or their opinions on events in the collecting world.
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The NGC Certified Coin Registry
Competition is fun. Whether in sports, finance or collecting, everyone enjoys comparing his or her standing against those of people with similar interests.
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