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I have some silver eagles, one with a "w" mint mark that are uncirculated and encapsulated. none of them is a proof. How do I know what their rating is on the sheldon rating scale?
George,
High grade uncirculated coins are highly subjective as to their spwcific grade. To some graders, a couple ticks on an otherwise perfect coin can greatly reduce its grade (to like 66 or 67), while to other graders they seem to sometimes ignore a couple ticks and still give the higher 68 to 69 grades -- even an occasional 70 !
There is no set in stone way to grade these uncirculated coins -- if there was, it would be being done by computer.
All I can suggest is that you visit a few coin shows, take your coins with you, and compare them to some similar graded PCGS or NGC coins.
Dan
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Dan Moore
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My strong familiarity with all U.S. Mint coins, extensive reference library, and close relationships with many other dealers allows me to identify just about any coin made in the USA. I receive regular updates to all the current price guides -- both wholesale & retail -- to provide accurate values. So, with a good description or pictures, I should be able to identify and value any U.S. coin you have.
Experience
I've been a coin dealer since the 1980's and a coin collector since the 1960's. I specialize in U.S. Silver Coins and have an active online website -- The Working Man's Rare Coins -- http://www.workingmancoins.com -- offering information and inventory in U.S. coins.
Organizations I belong to :
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Monroe Coin Club Treasurer
Lincoln Coin Club Board Member
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Frequently Asked Questions :
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http://www.workingmancoins.com/FAQ/index.htm
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