PCGS unboxing of three early '50s proof sets & Lincoln penny's. Guess the grades with me.

PCGS unboxing of proof sets from 1950, 1952, and 1953. As well as a couple of first year Lincoln cents, and a nice silver toner at the end. Guess the grades with me.
Eagle photo courtesy Brian Shul galleryonepublishing.com/sled...

[@979thomas]

I really enjoy your videos. It's nice to see numismatic videos on youtube as opposed to just bullion boys.

[@Dr.G]

Thank you Thomas. Yeah I'm not sure why there aren't more numismatic dedicated youtube channels. It may be that the age group is a little older and more hesitant to venture out into the virtual world. But I'm with you 100%, I wish there were more.

[@979thomas]

I am moving next month. After I start my new job, I will be buying more and intend to post numismatic videos. I am 29 and have definitely seen what you are talking about - few numismatists that are "young". So many young people are just stackers and doomsday preppers.

[@Dr.G]

Fantastic Thomas, I can't wait to see you up and running. Don't hesitate, just share what ever you can. It's great fun learning. I'm sure there would be a lot more numismatist if young people were exposed to it. I wasn't interested until I got a little education and could appreciate the history and art of coins. Good luck with the new job, and If there's anything I can help you with, be sure and send me a note.

[@979thomas]

Absolutely. I really do appreciate it. I think if the Mint did a full makeover of our circulating and non-circulating coinage. I say we go back to a Lady Liberty and Eagle on all of our coins - take the Presidents off and de-politicize coinage. We should eliminate the cent and nickel (scandalous, I know) and add a $1 and $2 coin. I think ASE's should vary year-to-year similar to the Pandas and Kooks. I think that would increase interest world wide. These changes would force people to look at our coinage and introduce a whole new generation to collecting coins. One other thing I appreciate about your videos -- I love that you use PCGS. They are the grading service I will use. There are so many NGC unboxings, but very few by PCGS. You'll see mine in due time.

[@Dr.G]

Looking forward Thomas. I also like Lady Liberty. Classic designs.

[@Cturnerwrite]

I love you honesty with your opinions on the grades. Fun to watch!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks Chet. I try hard to show the real deal. I want to be able to look at these videos years from now and see how I was thinking. It can occasionally make me look stupid, but I'm not afraid to look dumb. LOL. I have a good time. Thanks for the comment my friend.

[@bigaarmory100]

As much is I like to guess the grade of the coins, I enjoy even more than that your surprise and reaction at the actual grades if you have graded them less than PCGS. Great looking coins for sure!

[@Dr.G]

Haha, Yeah, pleasantly surprised when it goes well, and "Aargh!!" when it doesn't. LOL.

[@garyc9383]

Thanks for the videos, I have often wondered what some of my proof sets would grade this was very nice to get a sense of how the coins would be graded.

[@Dr.G]

You're welcome Gary, I love the proof coins. Thanks for watching.

[@Cturnerwrite]

I enjoy your videos as well. Well done and informative! Thank you!

[@Dr.G]

You're welcome Chet. I appreciate the kind words. 👍

[@emilphoryew9436]

Most recent Yelp review about PCGS: 3/7/2019 from Glenn E. Woodstock, VT I bought a wonderful 1878 Morgan silver dollar set for just about $1000 from a coin dealer. It was a great set! There were 5 coins in this set. I had studied the set of coins for some time and decided to purchase it. I carefully studied these coin, markings and all, before sending them in to PCGS. I knew my coins well. I heavily insured the set for about $2400 and sent it into PCGS for grading and "varieties". A number of the coins came back to as "different" coins......they had been switched for inferior coins that were scratched or "cleaned". believe that 3 out of 5 were switched for inferior grade coins.....different coins. So they were not overtly stolen......but stolen in a concealed way. I complained to PCGS about the coins being switched and he told them that they had a "crime ring" going on within their grading company. They refused to give me the insured value of the coins because I had no photos of the coins. I just never dreamed that this could ever happen at such a company, so I did not think of needing to take photos. But I did heavily insure the coins to no avail. They supposedly did an "investigation" and pulled their videos from their security. But if the 'higher ups' in the company are "in on this" coin switching then their investigation is a sham. I think they are in on it. They did refund me my grading fees and then told me that I could never use them for grading any more. They refunded my dues and kicked me out......all because I was a "whistle blower". So my advice is to use ANACS or NGC. These people are not "nasty"......and they have always done a wonderful job for me. ANACS is just the best for "variety" coins.....or VAMS on Morgans. They recognize far more varieties than both NGC and PCGS. So please avoid this company all together.......or be sure to take close-up photos of your coins before sending them in to this group of "thieves".

[@Dr.G]

I have heard of this happening before, but to be honest, there is no actual proof of anything that this reviewer is saying. He may be 100% correct. But he has absolutely no proof that the coins were switched. His story gets relegated to "just a story", as far as I'm concerned. Interesting and worth considering, but just a story. And he would probably be the first to admit that. Has anyone in PCGS ever been caught stealing, or switching coins? I mean with some actual proof? I have never heard of such a case, and would be interested in knowing about it if it has actually happened. I'm a pretty tough guy when it comes to criminals, but I will equally give everyone the same benefit of the doubt with out proof. This person "Glen E" takes the time to insure his coins, but fails to take any photos of his coins???? With today's technology of cell phones able to take beautiful high def photos at the touch of a button???? He takes NO photos??? now that leads a person to believe something else is going on here. He makes an incredible accusation that could cost the company a huge amount of business and "forgets" to take photos to prove it??? To me, this story is as equally suspect as PCGS swapping out inferior coins. Again, this persons story may be absolutely true. But if it happened to me I would not make the accusation with out proof. Can you imagine if it were proven that the coins in question actually "were" his original coins? What is this persons numismatic experience? Is he a pro? Has he looked at enough coins to actually tell that the coins he submitted were not the same ones that were returned to him? Without proof, I would have to know Glenn E. personally. And I don't. So, in the absence of any proof I'll give PCGS the benefit of the doubt, and not take this accusation to seriously. I'll be cautious for sure thought. Thanks for the comment.

[@emilphoryew9436]

@@Dr.G I for one DO NOT take pictures of the coins I submit for grading either. It's enough work just putting the submission together safely so it does not get damaged. Also if you look the company has 20 1 star feedbacks given to it consecutively. Not a single review among them was 2 stars or higher. Even the worst businesses I know do better than this. PCGS is horrible and if you don't see the writing spelled out then you are hypnotized like most of the coin collecting community is since you're afraid your investments will tank given you've all invested a lot of money into a bad company like a herd of sheep. This is why America can't be a free country anymore. When you see a sinking ship you won't let it do what it needs to to fix a problem. Instead you throw more money at it because you're afraid of a temporary loss more than a permanent fix that will be a great cost to you in the beginning.

[@Dr.G]

Emil, I think we have a difference of opinion on just a couple of basic items, but on one of you points I agree completely. (and it has nothing to do with coins BTW). That point is the future of America. I too believe the vast majority of Americans don’t have the strength to fix the horrible welfare/entitlement problems we have allowed to accumulate, as well as the almost complete destruction of what was known as the “American Culture”. That ship has sailed I’m afraid. On the other had you state that I’m afraid to criticize the Grading services because I’m “afraid to lose my investment”. If you’ve seen any of my videos you will immediately know that I’m strictly a “collector”. NOT and investor. I’ve mentioned that over and over. I couldn’t care less if PCGS went bankrupt tomorrow and all my coins had lost their commercial value. I enjoy the history and the art of these items and have zero intention of selling anything. My main reason for sending them to PCGS is for authentication purposes, I don’t want fake coins. I don’t really need the slab, but it’s free so I have them slab it, the grade is just a novelty for me. Viewers love to see the grade and the book value, so I show it. I have removed many coins from the slabs after grading to display them in other holders. The one big point we seem to differ on is a social one. In my society/culture, if someone makes an accusation, it will be suspect until the person backs it up with proof, (not simply more people stating the same accusations) it’s just a difference of opinion we have. I won’t criticize you for not requiring it, and you probably shouldn’t criticize me for expecting it. It’s just a different culture I guess. And BTW, even prior photos can be substituted after the fact, but at least there would be even the smallest scrap of evidence to support the claim. As it stands, there is zero evidence his coins were substituted. Again, I’m not saying his coins were not stolen, I’m just saying he has no proof. And a hundred thousand people could make the same claim….if you’re willing to take them at their word only… I probably won’t comment further on this, but it’s been interesting. 

[@chazblue4454]

Enjoyed the video Doc. Congrats are in order I would say.

[@Dr.G]

Thanks Chaz, appreciate it. I left a comment on your video by the way. Thanks for watching.

[@SuperBruce135]

Really enjoy your videos, you have a beautiful collection. Rare and high numbers :) The 1950 Benji's are really the bomb!

[@Dr.G]

Hey, thanks a lot Bruce. I appreciate it. I have some other 1950-51 Benji's I will show that will knock your socks off. LOL I really enjoy the proof sets, and I'm working on the 1936 set now. Thanks again my friend.

[@vaultkeeper9276]

Spectacular results on the 1950 set. Im a sucker for that cameo designation as well. The eye appeal on that merc at the end.....outstanding. Thanks for the lesson as usual :))

[@Dr.G]

Yea, Cameo coins are an extravagance I'm sure I can't afford. But they are definitely doing their best to lure me in. LOL. I'm going to try and put together some all cameo proof sets of the more common years. Mid fifties. I have some ideas in the works that I will share when it all comes together. Thanks for stopping by, always nice to hear from you.

[@vaultkeeper9276]

Dr. G Looking forward to seeing it and I'm sure the patented conservation process will help. All the best

[@Dr.G]

hahahahah

[@ronaldoseradilla3570]

Fantastic grading Doc.i enjoy it so lovely every one of em" specially the last one it's a beauty..like I said your collection is something.like you said your the luckiest guy.thanks again buddy..

[@Dr.G]

You're so welcome Ronaldo, I love to share. Thanks for watching.

[@SilverSaver888]

Very nice and informative video! I love watching your videos! Congrats on that MS66! Whoa, an MS67s!!!Awesome grades, my friend. Thanks for sharing . Take care.

[@Dr.G]

Thanks SS, you're very kind. I'm still thinking about that beautiful steak you prepared the other day. LOL

[@markhorn7134]

You have some exceptional strikes there... Congrats

[@Dr.G]

Mark Horn Thanks mark. I appreciate the comment.

[@armandofromthevault9775]

Nice coins. Thanks for sharing.

[@Dr.G]

Thanks for watching Armando.

[@LarryStendebach]

Great results! Love the 1910-S cent and that sweet dime!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks Larry, You've probably seen hundreds of dark pennies like that. I had no clue. They just look like they have been left in a busy intersection for a couple weeks... Amazing. It's difficult for me to enjoy something I can't hardly see. LOL

[@LarryStendebach]

I hear ya. Biggest thing to remember (and I have to remind myself all the time) toning technically does not effect grade (though after superb gem - 67 - I think that goes out the window as eye appeal plays a bigger role). The proof cents all looked nice (no real marks)...but I do agree the dirty toning on the second example is not the best eye appeal. Copper is just tough...I did not get the grade on the 09-S correctly either (it looked like environmental damage to me - a dug coin). The 1910-S makes up for it....as you noticed the luster won the day.

[@Dr.G]

I never even thought of the dug up aspect. But you're right, that's what it looks like. And Yea, the more I looked at the 1910s the more I could see the luster. Pretty cool.

[@kellymcgill8207]

Larry, could I get you to check out the video on my channel and give your opinion on upgrade potential on an 1888 MS64 in OGH holder, and my toned coins?

[@LarryStendebach]

Sure, will take a look!

[@silvercoins]

Very nice coins!!! )

[@Perromedic0]

Nice stuff Dr.

[@Dr.G]

Thanks, :)

[@davedeaver7860]

Thanks for sharing , now I have a better idea of what I have.

[@Dr.G]

You're welcome David, looking forward to seeing your coins.

[@robertsimpson1821]

What great practice. Collecting since '64 and I'm nailing over half of the reveals. Only a couple of points off on the others. Got to love the suspense. ps just got a 1953 proof nickel in 67CAM

[@Dr.G]

Wow Robert, experience pays off. The nickel probably looks amazing. Love the cameo. 👍👍

[@faemoeaki]

@@Dr.G fae

[@kaynefryday1251]

Awesome

[@jmy7622]

I really like those older proof sets

[@Dr.G]

So do I. I'm working on a 1936 set now. Super cool. And super pricey... LOL

[@donaldinnewmexico]

HI DOC. I JUST GOT A 1956 FRANKLIN PR68 CAM & 1942 PR66 SILVER WAR NICKEL WITH KILLER TONING. *WINNING*

[@Dr.G]

You da man Don. You're always a winner bud.👌

[@jamesdavis5096]

Yah, this is real fun stuff.. i just stumbled upon this. This should be a real big channel like 250,000 subs or so, a big hit. great host voice, nice personality, and great content. Its like a game show in sort of way, winning your own prize for guessing right. But guessing wrong in this game costs, in some cases 1000's of dollars for just that one grade.

[@Dr.G]

Hey, thanks James for the kind words. Yeah, I'm a pretty small time uploader over here. :) I do this just for fun, I'm not monetized or compensated in any way. I just thought I would record my learning about a new hobby. Something I could look back on later in life when I'm too old to remember what I had for breakfast. lol I'm glad you enjoy.

[@emilphoryew9436]

That Mercury Dime at the end is a winner though.

[@Dr.G]

Yeah, I like that one as well. :)

[@CoinsforAmateurs1]

Beautiful specimens and great commentary- just subbed ya!

[@Dr.G]

Thank you, I just did the same for you. Love your name BTW. I hope I never become a pro, It's a lot of fun being an amateur and always learning. :) One day I hope to get a metal detector and search for buried treasure. I have a couple of Gold claims in the Yukon and have been mining for years up there, but It's kind of a different thing. A little more relaxing with a detector, and the stuff you find is already minted. LOL Thanks for the comment.

[@CoinsforAmateurs1]

Dr. G I've done some panning and really enjoy it but rather be swinging my Garrett and digging lol , thanks for subscribing!

[@carwebcolivecom]

Thanks I love the Constitutional USA silver. I recently began purchasing mercury dimes

[@Dr.G]

Very good William, glad to hear it. Beautiful coins.

[@silversurfer6173]

Beautiful Proof coins, i have 2 1959 and 1 1963 proof half dollar, but i don't think they would never get grades like yours. Nothing beats a beautiful coin with no marks! Just subbed.. love the videos :)

[@Dr.G]

I'm on kind of a proof kick now, but when I finish putting together a small 3 year set, I'll move on to other coins. Thanks for watching. subbed as well. :)

[@faemoeaki]

I need the phone number or some right address to send my coin can you call me back

[@faceglider]

That 1910 S MS 64 grade blows my mind. I was gonna give it EF-40 at best. Wow! Love your videos!!

[@Dr.G]

Hahahah, yeah I don't know too much about MS pennies, but now that I look at it, I love the wood grain/metal mix issue actually. Thanks for the comment Stephen.

[@tassiecoinsandbullion6957]

that 1950 set is so beautiful

[@Dr.G]

Thanks buddy, I have a super 1950 all cameo set that I will show sometime. I wish I didn't have to work all the time. LOL I could get these youtube videos out faster... :)

[@tassiecoinsandbullion6957]

Would love to see it. It's a great set especially because it's the first year of the franklin half dollar.

[@Dr.G]

Yeah, I have a "sick" Franklin cam half. LOL That coin about broke the bank. I have lots of stuff to show, it just takes me so long to get these videos out. Anyway I really like your vids, and I know you can get them out faster than me....LOL. Keep up the good work.

[@tassiecoinsandbullion6957]

Dr. G Thanks I really should make more though once I get some more stuff I’m going the make a vid on Australian proof sets from 1955 up to now. I think the Franklin half is serious underrated I have a couple of proof franklins that are slabbed by small dodgy grading companies that I’m going to crack out and send in to PCGS.

[@timson3489]

Thought that, that 1910 was mint state to me but just has A lot of charactor which makes it pretty cool looking 😎 lol #cheers!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks for the comments my friend. 👍

[@marvinlarimore4460]

I HAD IT AT FINE 1909-S/// YOU GOT A GOOD GRADE ON THAT ONE

[@charlesadkins7067]

great coins i hope when i send in my proof sets i get some good grades

[@Dr.G]

Me too bud. Good luck. 👍

[@sorsorscience0787]

The reason the 1910-S got ms64 is because those marks arent nicks there lamination errors

[@Dr.G]

Thanks for the info. I'll look up what Laminatin errors are. I guess that is the surface roughness. Pretty unattractive if you ask me. :) Thanks for watching, and helping me out. I was pretty surprised with that coin.

[@sorsorscience0787]

Dr. G There often called woodies when the lamination is an error in the metal mix, I think that was on the 09-s👍

[@jmy7622]

52 quarter probably the toning and scratch .The container had a leak.

[@TheArtyBartfast]

Can you share any info on "Dr. G's Super-Secret Coin Restoration Process"? For milky/hazy mint sets I've had great luck with a 10% ammonia + non-ionic detergent solution (~1-2s) then 3x rinse in DI, followed by 3x rinse in acetone and put under flowing, dry air to evaporate the acetone. I haven't done this to pennies though for fear of forming some sort of copper-ammonia complex and damaging the coin. I would love to hear what you have found to be helpful, but non-destructive as can be seen from the results of these grading videos. Good job man!

[@Dr.G]

Hey thanks my friend. I've tried, (used) everything you mention above, plus some dilute sodium hydroxide, and potassium hydroxide. But to tell you the truth, since I've made this video I have seen, and read about, so much damage done by collectors over the last 200 years that I'm really discouraging "ANY" cleaning by non professionals. It's just terrible what has been done to some super valuable coins over the years by people with the best of intentions. If you're cleaning modern, or buried (environmentally damaged) coins then, I guess you can't do too much damage, but in general I wouldn't recommend cleaning of any sort. like you, I like to experiment, but tread lightly my friend. Thanks for the kind words, bud.

[@TCRVlogs-th4qr]

Your collection must be worth ALOT!

[@Dr.G]

T.C.R. Vlogs haha. Some are worth a few bucks and some are real dogs. Lol. I have a lot of damaged coins that would have been worth a lot of money if someone in the past didn't try and keep them clean. They didn't know they were destroying the future value. But I'm very thankful that I do have a few coins that are in good condition and still valuable. Thanks for watching:)

[@TCRVlogs-th4qr]

yep

[@meteoman7958]

I nailed the 1910S penny.

[@Dr.G]

Hahaha, You're the man. :) Always nice to hear from you my friend.

[@TheAvenstar]

Hey doc, you know I just discovered your videos and I have a lot of catching up to do. Your videos - and your attitude -- fabulous ! The merc you liked so much was a breath away from split bands; 1910S cent looked like an EF; I thought the 1950 Jeff nickel looked more cameo than the one that got a cam rating ...what do I know? I really don't care for the PLUS signs ... how about a minus sign, or a double plus, or +++ ! Anyway, you did well!

[@Dr.G]

Hahahah, Triple, quadruple plus.... LOL. You are right about the nickel. The cameo varies, and so do the designations. Lot's of hooey to me. Just enjoy what cameo is there and forget about the designation. Those labels are really starting to annoy me. I don't like to be constantly glancing at the grade instead of the coin, like a child constantly looking at his mother for approval. I know if it's a nice coin, so I shouldn't be looking for constant confirmation. It's distracting. I can't wait to get my holders going, I'm just going to label them "graded Gem, and Superb Gem", something like that; general terms stating that these are high grade examples. That's all. Focus on the coins, and the history... Thanks again bud. :)

[@TheAvenstar]

@@Dr.G looking forward to seeing them...

[@kylefogg4159]

That "scratch" behind the 2 on the PR66 1952 Quarter looks like a Strike-Thru, I would resubmit it for Mint Error Designation.

[@Dr.G]

Hey, pretty cool Kyle. Thanks to your comment I actually learned what a "strike-thru" is. lol. I does look like something foreign might have been on the planchet when it was struck. Maybe I'll try your suggestion just for the experience. Great comment. Thanks

[@immacook4u]

Great videos Dr. Care to share what your “preservation process” is? Thanks.

[@Dr.G]

Ha, I "play around" with a lot of chemicals. I wouldn't recommend it really to anyone, especially on coins of any value. Send them in to conservation for professional restoration. On worthless coins though I have used almost every household chemical there is, just to experiment. I have access to many dental chemicals also. I have used sodium hydroxide, or potassium hydroxide with a little surfactant (soap). Mostly bases, not acids. Acetone is a very common chemical people use to remove PVC. In general though, so many coins have been ruined by people trying to "clean" their coins throughout history that it's better to err on the side of caution and just don't touch your coins. If you want a shiny version of a certain coin, buy one on the internet. Otherwise, learn to enjoy the "patina" :) Thanks for the comment.

[@dvran]

Enjoy the unboxing grading results, thanks.

[@Dr.G]

You're welcome Serby, glad you liked it.

[@bengong4216]

I received a ms67 Canadian dollar just today!!!

[@Dr.G]

Awesome, those are tough to get in that high grade.

[@timson3489]

Wait! No CAM designation given to the first 1952 quarter at least?? Crazy yo

[@millenniumdawg]

Have you done a video showing your setup in videoing these ? I'd love to see it.

[@Dr.G]

No I haven't Steve, but all I use is an older Iphone SE, a coin stand I made out of some leftover baseboard, and lot's of light. I do spend a lot of time to make sure the video is sharp and steady with as much light as I can get. No one want's to see blurred, dark, moving coins. LOL. Thanks for the comment my friend.

[@millenniumdawg]

@@Dr.G Great! Your videos are excellent. I am going to try to make the same setup for my videos,,Well done!

[@bradz0636]

I am in love with that dime. I am convinced they are pulling number grades out of a hat. Haha Just kidding, but there were definitely some suprises. Another awesome video Dr. G!

[@Dr.G]

Yeah, that dime is awesome. :) Thanks bro.

[@billyazprospector]

What are you paying per coin approximately to have PCGS grade these?

[@Dr.G]

Average 25 bucks a coin.

[@travismedic5185]

1950 set was tip top. Very surprised that the half was 66 while the Q D N all pulled 67's. The half was every bit of high quality, clean fields stellar strikes and gleaming luster. I know how can one complain. I dunno just makes one wonder.... but congrats beautiful coins sir. If I may be permitted one inquiry. ... how much did you pay for the 50 set? Because you scored on that set. Proof they are out there!!!!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks a lot Travis. The half is always a bit tougher to get higher grades; that's the money coin of the set. I can't remember exactly what I paid for the '50 set, but they are around 5-7 hundred. There are lots out there so be picky, or you could assemble a set from already graded coins. Probably cheaper in the long run. Pick the coins you think are attractive. The toning and cameo (frosting) varies widely. Most of the sets in "original boxes, and plastic" have been picked through, so don't pay extra for that. Thanks for the comment my friend. 😊

[@marvinlarimore4460]

NICE 1 1910-S

[@WillBeecher]

They don't take off much for age spots. More for Dings, sractches, fingerprints, etc. That 1910 Lincoln was toned but condition was sweet for being 107 years old. Too bad it was not 1909-S or 1909-S VDB

[@allandinegar4893]

I thought that Proof 1950 dime was going to get the lowest grade in comparison to the preceding grades of the set-a possible a 64 or 65!. One thing about Jefferson nickels that is important in judging their grade, is the jaw of Jefferson. It is difficult to find a Jefferson that has a flawless jaw. You must have one nice collection!

[@Dr.G]

I didn't know about the Jefferson Jaw, I'll check it out. Thanks again for great comments.

[@allandinegar4893]

The lower jaw, the part of the jaw that turns down a bit into Jefferson's collar. I love buying Sets before 1965 in the UNOPENED envelopes they are in. If they haven't been opened since they left the Mint, you can get some amazing coins in wonderful condition. When I get the sets, and open the envelopes, I examine the coins, and to properly evaluate the Jefferson nickel for submission, the coin may look fabulous, but I have to see if the lower jaw is free from any activity. I rarely find Nickel's where that part is perfect. If it is, it very well may be a PR-70, or 69.

[@tidetalkwithwebb5391]

What is the Dr. G preservation process?

[@Dr.G]

Tide Talk With Webb A little diluted sodium hydroxide and soap. Or you could also use potassium hydroxide. But it would be safer to let PCGS or NGC professionally conserve it. Thanks for the comment

[@timson3489]

Not for A 1952 Ben Frank proof, no, but where're you finding these sets, if I may ask that is lol like are they from local shops, private deals, or just ebay listings? Only curious... Thanks for unboxing with us man, Tim

[@Dr.G]

You're awesome bud, thanks for the great comments. I appreciate it. 👍👍

[@marcshields3677]

Wow.. can’t believe that 1910 grade... seriously, they must just be getting high as kites over there, when grading some of these coins.

[@Dr.G]

Yeah, the metal mix issues really freak people out. Looks good in hand though. :)

[@marvinlarimore4460]

1909-S VF

[@gregroman6840]

Did you send them still in mint packaging?

[@Dr.G]

No Greg. Most of the coins I bought were already in Capital plastic holders. :)

[@carsonlofgren5932]

How long does it take to get coins back from grading companies?

[@Dr.G]

Carson Lofgren it depends on how much you pay them. Lol. If you give them lots of money they will grade it practically overnight but the average guy pays the minimum and it take a few weeks usually. Thanks for the comment.

[@dmitryxdsib4539]

Greate set, despite for ms63 of half$

[@Dr.G]

Yeah, I had to replace it with a better one, spent way too much money... LOL

[@wanyewest794]

That 1950 nickel looks even more like a 67+

[@Dr.G]

I'm with you Wanye :) Looked pretty good to me as well. Still waiting for my first + grade. Thanks for watching.

[@sorsorscience0787]

Nice! Do you look at your coins before you send them?

[@Dr.G]

Hahaha, good question. The problem I have found is that it takes so long to complete the grading process that I forget what I have sent it. LOL Sometimes as much as 6 weeks. I've had a couple coin collections I have purchased as well as inherited sitting around for some time. I only recently have become interested. So I'm just an amateur. I'm having a great time learning though. Thanks for the comment.

[@sorsorscience0787]

Dr. G ahh that makes sense. Happens to me too.

[@davidcolquhoun9646]

Pcgs are off the wall,but cool coins for sure

[@Dr.G]

Thanks David.

[@jamesmackay5941]

Some of those coins were kinda nasty , but the 67's made up for it

[@Dr.G]

Nasty coins. LOL

[@marcshields3677]

Dang that’s a perrty coin in the thumb nail!!!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks Marc. 😊

[@marcshields3677]

Yes sir! It’s a Beauty! And it’s awesome that you reply to your fans:) I always pay much more attention to channels where the content creators talk back to their viewers:) I’ve been watching a bunch of your stuff and it’s all very interesting. You’re, in my opinion from what I’ve seen so far, a very meticulous and clean collector. I like the way you present your coins and the hobby to KZbin. I hope you keep up the great work my friend🖖

[@Dr.G]

Hey, that's very kind of you Marc. I'm learning along with everyone else. It's a very interesting hobby, with great history. All you guys make it that much more fun. I wish you the best of luck my friend. 👍

[@bingobrianproductions4318]

How come that half dollar wasn’t cameo?

[@paulpennestri3993]

P.C.G.S. IS GETTING A LITTLE BIG FOR THEIR BRITCHES.....USE NGC AND GET AN XTRA POINT ON EACH COIN.....

[@Dr.G]

I've seen that. Thanks for the comment.

[@angryjalapeno]

So true; I only wish NGC had clear holders.

[@marvinlarimore4460]

TRY TO BUY FBL // HALF'S

[@martywebb1487]

I been watching pcgs and I seems like if your coin isn't a vam morgan or peace dollar or what they call top their coin I I isn't and has toning they call it damage or somn it lowers the grade they only like toned coins in morgs and top tier coins

[@philippayne4951]

Can I ask you, have you ever seen a 1909 Denver half eagle with an extra cord under the Indians head as I have one, Its very dirty and I grade it as around VF. Sorry not got my head around the American grading fully yet. The coin is quite genuine, but can find no information about it, not in the red book. I wondered if a none working die was used by mistake, as I understand Belle Lyon pratt had some form of argument about his original design. I live in the UK, and English but nobody is interested this side of the pond. I spotted this about two years ago, but I can not get any help on this.

[@Dr.G]

I have no idea Philip, but I would love to do some more research on it. Can you send a photo? [e-mail]

[@philippayne4951]

I would very much like to send you a picture, but sadly I have no idea how to do it on computers. I have only ever seen two others, but I so much want to show my findings for more research. The coin is not fake but without doubt genuine. I can ask my friend to see if he can do it for me. Somebody must no something about my findings, but nobody knows anything. The British Museum only told me that it is genuine, but could tell me nothing else. I am sure their must be some fellow collector in the states that can help, as no one here in the UK can.

[@evirrasonable7794]

New sub here.. Just wanna know how to keep old coins shiny like what you have coz I kinda have some old coins like a 1907s us-fil one peso coin..

[@Dr.G]

I know it's tempting to clean your coins but now I'm really against cleaning unless the professional do it. Too many really cool coins from the past have been really damaged by collectors trying to improve them. Just leave them the way they are my friend. 😊

[@numismaticpicker9334]

The quarter got a 64 because there are too many scratches.

[@Dr.G]

Probably right my friend. :)

[@vikwillwin]

the scratches on the 1950 dime are die polish marks they are inverted not a scratch .

[@Dr.G]

Yeah, It's difficult for an amateur to tell the difference. I guess you really have to get some good magnification and check it out. The "polish marks", (I'll get it right from now on... :), and black spots are really distracting though. It might grade 67 but sure doesn't look that nice. :) I guess that's one of those buy the coin, not the holder coins...:) Thanks for the info.

[@vikwillwin]

When the scratches show in the field they are scratches or mishandling at some point .But when they are on the design of the coin usually they are die polish marks. kind of the opposite of a scratch cause the coin squished into the scratch on the die to make like a raised line on the coin .spotting usually won't lower the grad of a coin because they are grading the surface quality not the eye appeal .Like you said people need to buy the coin not the holder .there are very many lower grade coins that blow away higher graded coins in eye appeal .love your channel by the way great job.

[@Dr.G]

I love it. Thanks so much for your input. That's the kind of information people can use. I appreciate it.

[@jrduke45]

I thought the last penny was61 rb so I'm way off to. I only got 3 right.

[@Dr.G]

Sometimes the graders are way off also. LOL 😂 so don't feel bad.

[@jmy7622]

how come those proofs never have (franklins) fbl designation?

[@Dr.G]

Proof coins are made with a hydraulic press, and therefore are almost always well struck with full details. So the full bands designation is only given to circulation coins which were made from a toggle press.

[@marvinlarimore4460]

THE MARK IS HOW YOU TELL ITS REAL ARE NOT

[@frankchase9297]

Your commentary during your coin grading reveals are great and very entertaining!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks Frank. I have a good time.

[@backstageguitartech6161]

Beautiful Merc Will You Sell It ??

[@Dr.G]

Sorry bud. I don't sell anything. Hoarder I guess. LOL.😂

[@arvetis]

Is it just me, or does the luster on the 1910-s look a little weird? I expected to see "cleaned."

[@Dr.G]

It does look a little strange, but I don't think it's been cleaned. The oxidation is just making it look a little odd. Thanks for the comment.

[@arvetis]

I'm sure it hasn't been - if it were, PCGS would have caught it. I might have written it off as cleaned myself, though.

[@sparkyjones560]

Yeah it struck me as cleaned at first also but looking a little harder I noticed it was the way it's toning. It's doing a striped toning or "woodgrain" and kind of makes it look scratched like it was badly polished.

[@marvinlarimore4460]

WATER SPOTS // DON'T HURT THE GRADE

[@marvinlarimore4460]

1940 -- RAINBOW

[@ss-mp8zu]

when will the new video come out?

[@Dr.G]

sandesh suresh working on it bud. Little by little. 😊

[@ss-mp8zu]

@@Dr.G can't wait for it

[@TheAvenstar]

I forgot to ask you ...what was this preservation thing you mentioned in subtitles? Did you dip some of these coins? Knock me over with a feather if the answer is YES.

[@Dr.G]

Hahah. not dipped in the traditional sense of the word. But I did use some diluted NaOH, and KOH base to remove the haze. And it worked pretty well, but since that time I have seen so many beautiful coins destroyed by people wanting to "improve" their coins with chemicals that I'm really against "any" cleaning now. You live and you learn. Thankfully I didn't hurt any of my stuff. Even back then though, I would never "dip" anything in acid. That stuff has really ruined a lot of coins. And unfortunately people are still using it today. I have also removed PVC with acetone, but that is pretty benign. But I must admit there are many other chemicals Iv'e tried on junk coins just experimenting; but I would never state what I used for fear someone will actually try and copy it. The bottom line is just leave your dirty coins alone... The generations down the line will thank you...:)

[@TheAvenstar]

G Enough said. I completely understand.

[@marvinlarimore4460]

1910 LOOK AT WHEAT LEAFS

[@davidrudolph2825]

A couple of small natural spots or die lines will not lower the overall grade of your coins! Don't sweat the small stuff! One thing that you're overlooking in guessing the grade of your coins is "eye appeal". A coin can be technically perfect, but if there's little or no "eye appeal", it will lower the grade. Excellent "eye appeal" will always raise the final grade by at least 1 point! You have some nice coins! Enjoy them just the way they are!

[@Dr.G]

Thanks so much for the great comment David. I appreciate all the help I can get.

[@marvinlarimore4460]

HASE WATER SPOTS

[@marvinlarimore4460]

WATER SPOTS

[@kellymcgill8207]

Nice! Was shocked on the 1910 S! Have you tried using your MS70 solution on the hazed coins?

[@Dr.G]

Yea, those pennies are sure hard to see, very dark. I use my own concoction of varying amount of sulfuric acid and ethylene glycol. That's a splash of battery acid, followed by a rinse of radiator fluid. LOL I call it MS75. :) I didn't do anything to the hazed quarter, and I'm sure it probably would have received a better grade if I had. I was thinking just for fun of cracking out the quarter, removing the haze, then resubmitting it. Interesting experiment. I'll bet they add a + or bump it up a grade. Thanks for watching.

[@kellymcgill8207]

Dr. G I have a special request... Crack it out and resubmit. Now that a fan had requested it, I think you are honor bound lol

[@Dr.G]

You got it brother....

[@guigal2]

Some people might be pretty into that type of hazy toning. There's a guy on here named richcali21 who seems to be (or at least what he calls a "milky" look, which I'd say the quarter also has).

[@Dr.G]

richcali21 has some beautiful stuff. I didn't know he likes milky look coins. Some like tone, some like brilliant. Something for everyone. :)

[@joeyd6399]

That dime was a 67 the nickel should be a 69

[@marvinlarimore4460]

SPOTS ARE USELY WATER SPOTS /// THEY USE TO GET THEM AN RE MAKE THEM // GREAT COIN

[@blockhead3551]

I'd be happy with your bad coins lol

[@Dr.G]

Blockhead Hahah. Thanks man :)

[@blockhead3551]

Enjoy the coins and the info you provide in your videos, I am working on proof set collection from 1950 to date

[@Dr.G]

Blockhead Wow. Very cool. Make a video. Would love to see them. I have picked up some nice 50-51 proof cameo stuff I haven't had time to show. I'm working on a morgan video now. :)

[@blockhead3551]

I don't have a camera for my computer, I've slowed down on my Morgans ,I have mostly the expensive ones left, last one I bought was 1881 cc

[@Dr.G]

Blockhead Yeah that's a few bucks. I don't have a collection of them just a few random examples, but some of them are nice. It would be nice to see what you have collected so far. Send me a PM and maybe I can help you with getting a few videos up.

[@WillBeecher]

If the 1910-S Lincoln was graded PURE Red "RD" designation versus Red Brown "RB" is would be worth nearly double. Collectors do not want any Brown because pure red grade is rarer and more beautiful.

[@leesanders6490]

Looks like you got market grades on some, technical grading on others. They should make up their minds.

[@Dr.G]

Hahah, Yeah, who knows what you'll get. Thanks for the comment.

[@emilphoryew9436]

PCGS is blind. Their grades nowadays are meaningless to me. I don't use them and am not buying their holders anymore. Their slabs and grading are junk. I use SEGS, much more accurate grading, way better slabs too.

[@Dr.G]

SEGS is an alternative Grading service that has it's own unique slab.

[@herbertbradford9579]

Good video LOL I can grade coins so much better then you. I not running you down.

[@Dr.G]

Awesome, bud. You're a hot shot. LOL. 👍

[@jaanujaanusyed832]

Fake coin

[@Dr.G]

They're all fake Jaanu....I make them all in the basement. :)