What is grading

The grading of coins, banknotes and cards by an independent and external party is gaining in popularity. Both among collectors and investors. When grading coins, banknotes and cards, each item is assessed by an independent expert for quality, authenticity and restorations. It is then packed in an airtight and sealed ‘slab’ or ‘sleave’ with a label stating the description, date and quality (grading). The two largest providers of this service are the American companies NGC and PCGS. Jongeling Numismatics & Ancient Art is an Authorized Dealer for NGC, PMG, PCGS, CAC and CGC and takes care of the entire grading process for you.

PCGS

The Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) has been providing its service since 1986. Like NGC, coins at this party are graded by independent experts and provided with a so-called slab. PCGS slabs are very difficult to break open and are now equipped with a chip that can be scanned with a mobile phone. Buying a counterfeit slab is now a thing of the past. While we can advise on the choice between NGC and PCGS, it is ultimately up to the client to decide.

CGC

CGC is an expert and impartial third-party authentication, grading and encapsulation service for comic books, cards and video games, with CGC Cards focussing on trading card games (TCGs), sports and non-sports cards. They are backed by the same ownership and senior management team as NGC and PMG. CGC Cards uses world-class expertise, advanced technology and innovation to provide all card collectors and dealers with accurate, consistent and affordable certification services for all cards. They also offer the industry’s strongest guarantee, which adds significant confidence and value to the hobby.