I recently had the pleasure of grading an 1886 Morgan dollar – the one we’ve been calling the “awaited GTG” – and it really got me […]

I recently tried subscribing to the PCGS Coin Report magazine, and boy was that an unexpected journey. As a collector who depends on solid numismatic resources, […]

Spending time with the 1899-O Morgan Dollar always reminds me why I love this hobby—especially when Prooflike examples enter the picture. Handling one recently got me […]

You know those clumsy thumb moments? I recently had one that unexpectedly added an 1837 Feuchtwanger Cent (PCGS XF 45) to my collection. I was browsing […]

I recently decided to test my skills by grading a batch of Barber Half Dollars, and wow—what a learning experience! Even though these coins came back […]

I’ve been immersed in coin collecting for over five decades, and one of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned is that grading raw coins isn’t just […]

My Subscription Headache Back in February, I signed up for a one-year PCGS Coin Report magazine subscription, expecting it in the mail. Four months went by… […]

I recently got my hands on an intriguing 1899-O Morgan dollar I’ve been eyeing for my collection, and it really got me thinking about grading, rarity, […]

After decades in coin collecting, I’ve found that grading raw coins transforms the hobby—it saves you time, money, and headaches. My journey began with the excitement […]