Back in February, I signed up for PCGS Coin Report magazine hoping for regular coin insights, but ended up on quite the unexpected journey. Let me […]

I recently got my hands on an 1899-O Morgan Dollar that sparked a deep dive into grading and reslabbing strategies, and I’m excited to share my […]

After years of collecting coins, one lesson stands out: learning to grade raw coins yourself is essential. It’s not just about saving on TPG fees—it’s about […]

I’ve collected coins for years, and nothing excites me more than getting my hands on a classic Morgan silver dollar for grading. When this 1886 Morgan […]

Back in February, I signed up for the PCGS Coin Report magazine, hoping to boost my coin knowledge with market updates and collector insights. Four months […]

After collecting for more than fifty years, I can tell you that learning to grade raw coins isn’t just a skill—it’s what makes this hobby so […]

As a fellow coin collector, I recently went through some real headaches with my PCGS Report Magazine subscription, and I thought sharing my experience might save […]

Putting My Grading Skills to the Test I recently tried my hand at a fun exercise: grading several Barber Half Dollars under the same conditions. What […]

I’ve collected coins for over fifty years, and here’s a truth I’ve learned: grading raw coins isn’t just useful—it’s essential. Depending entirely on third-party grading (TPG) […]