I Cleaned Valuable Coins & Sent them to PCGS - Results!
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Published 2024-04-28
The Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) is a renowned organization dedicated to the authentication, grading, and preservation of coins. Established in 1986, PCGS has become a global leader in numismatic services, offering expertise in coin grading and restoration. Their services are highly regarded by collectors, investors, and dealers alike, providing a trusted framework for evaluating the condition and authenticity of rare and valuable coins.
PCGS employs a rigorous grading process that involves examining coins for authenticity, determining their condition, and assigning a grade based on established industry standards. This grading process is crucial for establishing the value and marketability of coins. Coins encapsulated and graded by PCGS are widely accepted and trusted within the numismatic community, offering assurance to buyers and sellers alike.
One key aspect of PCGS's operations is coin restoration. This process involves the careful preservation and enhancement of coins to restore their original appearance while maintaining their historical integrity. Coin restoration can encompass various techniques, depending on the condition of the coin and the desired outcome.
The restoration of coins is a delicate art that requires specialized knowledge and skills. PCGS employs experts who are proficient in numismatics and restoration techniques to ensure that coins are treated with the utmost care and professionalism. The goal of coin restoration is not only to enhance the visual appeal of the coin but also to safeguard its value and historical significance.
The restoration process typically involves several steps:
1. *Cleaning and Preservation:* The first step in coin restoration is often cleaning and preserving the coin's surface. This may involve removing surface dirt, debris, or corrosion that has accumulated over time. Specialized cleaning techniques are used to avoid damaging the coin's surface.
2. *Conservation:* Conservation involves stabilizing the coin to prevent further deterioration. This may include applying protective coatings or using methods to inhibit oxidation or corrosion.
3. *Re-Toning and Enhancement:* In some cases, coins may benefit from re-toning or enhancement to restore their original luster and appearance. This process requires careful application of techniques to achieve natural-looking results without altering the coin's authenticity.
PCGS follows strict guidelines and ethical standards in its restoration practices to ensure that coins are treated responsibly and with respect for their historical value. While restoration can enhance the appearance of a coin, it is essential to maintain transparency about any interventions made during the process.
For collectors and investors, PCGS's restoration services offer an opportunity to preserve and enhance the beauty of rare coins while safeguarding their investment value. Coins that have been professionally restored by PCGS can command higher prices in the market due to their improved appearance and authenticity.
Overall, PCGS plays a vital role in the numismatic community by providing expert grading and restoration services that uphold the integrity and value of rare and historical coins. Through their dedication to excellence and innovation, PCGS continues to set the standard for coin grading and preservation in the industry.
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0:00 Intro
2:52 How To Clean
9:53 After Cleaning
10:17 Results!
All Comments (21)
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I always give my silver coins an acetone bath before sending off for grading. Mainly to get rid of dirt, grease, pvc, etc. I have never used the more aggressive cleaners like MS70 or EZEST. I need to give those cleaners a try. If PCGS can restore a coin there is no reason a thoughtful and careful collector can't do the same.
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Man that sucks that PCGS took the 1880 CC out of the GSA holder. Having the coin in a GSA holder usually makes CCs worth more.
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Well done on the 1899 getting MS65. Excellent result.
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I use EZest I reduce it with distilled water. Rinse and dip in distilled water bath. Hairdryer. No dry rubbing! Perfect way works for me. I have never used ms70 sounds like I'd give it a try someday
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Was hopping you would do this. Thank you for the science
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I started collecting a long time ago. When ngc and pcgs hijacked our hobby making themselves instantly the experts. When ANNACS was around longer but a few guys got together and made these grading companies. But when they started with it was cleaned , but not by us so we're letting everyone know. That's hijacking our hobby.
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There is no reason cleaning them should hurt the value. I cleaned all mine the same way.
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I use Dawn detergent to take off the initial oils and environmental grime before I dip. Amazing soap for cleaning even without scrubbing if you know how to use hydraulic agitation.
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I agree Pcgs just wants you to pay them 300 a hr to do it that’s all it’s about I believe
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Cautionary note: The E-Z-Zest will etch your stainless steel sink.
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Love vids like this....when a person proves the "doubters" WRONG!! Ironically, the "restoration process" with these grading companies is probably very similar and you just saved yourself a lot of time and money by doing it yourself. Coins turned out beautiful
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ultrasonic might not be a bad idea either, suspended in a baggie full of clean solution. that and a blast of steam is used to clean accumulated crud off of jewelry, one just has to know which gemstones can't handle that kind of abuse.
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Wow, I learned something here today. Beautiful coins.
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This video is just stating the obvious we have all known this for years now don’t leave it in to long or dip more then once got to be careful a lot times coins have been dipped before then you dip it again and it turns out to be one to many dips but people have been doing this for long time
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Thanks for your documentation - similar to my experiences. You may also try ammonia (clear) and experiment on some coins you don't care about. Especially nickel or copper-nickel. My best was an ANACS 66 to PCGS 69PL on a 1980 0.500 gold Panama coin...
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Great video. Your videos on this is why I clean most coins before I send to pcgs. So far never got a cleaned detail grade. Thanks for all your videos.
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Great job and nice video.
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Those cleaners are not for copper .. fine on gold and silver .. but apparently when conserving copper coins .. the grading companies use some other stuff ... Copper is a very tricky substance... after using even copper cleaner it turns them a pinkish colour...
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I just got a ddo fs-103 kennedy back in 67 I used ms-70. And I use it regularly
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Excellent
