Grading Colonial Spanish Silver Coins (Conception Shipwreck) Professional grading services such as the Numismatic Guaranty Company (NGC) and the Professional Coin Grading Service (PCGS) assign grades using trained specialists who examine coins under controlled lighting and magnification. They evaluate strike sharpness, the coin’s original mint luster, the number and placement of abrasions from handling or bag contact, any impairments such as cleaning, and overall aesthetic quality. Some coins ma

The $480,000 Rare 1965 Quarter Mystery: How to Identify the Hidden Silver Error! Did you know that a simple mistake in 1965 created one of the most valuable quarters in American history? In this video, we dive deep into the fascinating story of the 1965 Washington Quarter "Transitional Silver Error." While billions of these coins were made from copper and nickel, a tiny number were accidentally struck on 90% silver planchets, making them worth up to $480,000 at auction! We provide a step-by-step