Coin Grading Archives

NGC Wins Justice with Coin Tampering Settlement

August 16, 2023August 15, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing it has reached a settlement in a recent case of coin tampering. Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) has reaffirmed its commitment to integrity in coin certification by aggressively pursuing justice in a scheme that targeted the numismatic community. The defendant in the case, Richard Albright, removed NGC-certified coins from their holders and replaced them with coins of inferior grade and value. The lesser coins, …

Test Your Coin Grading Skills at The World’s Fair of Money With NGC

August 2, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a press release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing a coin grading skills contest at the upcoming World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh. The grading contest is open to anyone age 13 or older, and you are given 10 minutes to grade 15 coins at the NGC booth. NGC is excited to announce a free coin grading contest at next week’s 2023 ANA World’s Fair of Money in Pittsburgh. The NGC Coin …

NGC Introduces New High-Security Hologram with Unique QR Code

July 26, 2023 by Clinton

Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) is introducing a new high-security hologram as part of its comprehensive efforts to combat counterfeiting and create a safer marketplace for NGC-certified coins, tokens and medals. Among the innovative hologram enhancements are a QR code and a numerical security code that are unique to the specific encapsulated collectible, making it extremely difficult for counterfeiters to replicate or tamper with the NGC holder. When the square-shaped QR code at the left of …

NGC Secures Restraining Order and Preliminary Injunction Order in Coin Tampering Case

February 27, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC), announcing that it has received a restraining order against Richard Albright. Mr. Albright is accused of removing coins from NGC-certified holders and replacing them with inferior-grade coins. In keeping with its unparalleled commitment to accuracy and integrity in coin grading, Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®) has brought swift legal action against an individual accused of tampering with NGC-certified coins. The case, which is ongoing, has …

NGC Special Labels and Designations for the 2023 American Women Quarters

February 14, 2023 by Clinton

Bessie Coleman American Women Quarter - NGC Special Lable (Image Courtesy of NGC)

Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) has announced in a Press Release that it will be offering special labels and designations for the 2023 American Women Quarter Program releases. The 2023 American Women Quarter program will have five different Reverse designs, honoring Bessie Coleman, Jovita Idar, Edith Kanakaʻole, Eleanor Roosevelt and Maria Tallchief. The first of the 2023 American Women Quarter release goes on sale later today at the United States Mint. The US Mint is releasing …

Poongsan Hwadong Reappointed as an Official Submission Center

February 1, 2023 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing that it has reappointed Poongsan Hwadong as its official submission center in South Korea. Numismatic Guaranty Company® (NGC®), Numismatic Conservation Services™ (NCS®) and Paper Money Guaranty® (PMG®) have reappointed Poongsan Hwadong Co., Ltd. as an Official Submission Center in South Korea. In addition, Certified Sports Guaranty® (CSG®) and CGC Trading Cards®, a division of Certified Guaranty Company® (CGC®), have added Poongsan Hwadong as …

NGC and NCS Announce Revised Services and Fees for 2023

December 5, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing revised services and fees for 2023. The revised fees will go into effect on January 1, 2023 and will be applicable to all coins received for grading after that date. Numismatic Guaranty Company™ (NGC®) and Numismatic Conservation Services™ (NCS®) are making a few updates to their submission forms, fees and tier requirements for 2022. A full list of the changes for NGC and …

NGC Introduces NGCX, 10-Point Coin Grading Scale

November 17, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing the new NGCX grading scale. NGCX will complement the standard 70-point Sheldon scale by providing a 10-point grading scale for coins. The Sarasota, Florida-based grading company aims the new grading scale to provide a more empirical and simplified way of understanding coin grades. Numismatic Guaranty Company™ (NGC®) is excited to introduce NGCX, the first 10-point grading scale for coins. The 10-point grading scale …

NGC Special Labels and Designations for the 2022 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set

October 24, 2022 by Clinton

The following is a Press Release from Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) announcing that it will be offering special labels and designations for the upcoming 2022 Limited Edition Silver Proof Set. The 2022 Limited Edition Proof Set will go on sale at the United States Mint starting on Wednesday, October 26, 2022. NGC is offering several special labels for coins in this year’s special eight-coin set. Special submission instructions must be followed. The set must be submitted …

NGC Scratch-Resistant Holders Back in Stock

October 13, 2022 by Clinton

Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) has announced that its Scratch-Resistant holders are now back in stock. The holders, which have a clear UV-cured hardcoat, have been unavailable for nearly a year. The grading company had expected that the scratch-resistant holders would be unavailable for six to nine months. In reality, it was eleven months. Numismatic Guaranty Company™ (NGC®) is happy to announce the return of the Scratch-Resistant EdgeView® Holder. With these crystal clear, durable holders, encapsulated NGC-certified collectibles …