PCGS Reviews

The prices and costs associated with services at PCGS.com vary depending on the type of service and the value of the coin being submitted. For instance, the Regular Level service, which includes Gold Shield and TrueView™, is priced at $40 for coins valued up to $2,500. The Economy service for coins valued at $300 or less is offered at $23. For more valuable coins, the Walkthrough service is available for coins up to a value of $100,000 at a cost of $150. Additional services such as Variety Attribution or First Strike Designation can be added to any service level for an extra fee. Membership is required for all submissions, with annual memberships starting at $39 or $69 and increasing based on the service level required. A fee per coin is also applicable, which scales with the coin's value; for example, grading a common coin worth $150 costs $20, while a rare coin worth $50,000 costs $125. These prices reflect the average dealer asking prices for PCGS-graded coins and include a range of services from grading to encapsulation and photography.

Among the popular products and services offered by PCGS.com, the coin grading service stands out as a cornerstone. This includes the Gold Shield service which provides advanced security features and TrueView high-resolution photography to showcase coins. Variety Attribution is another sought-after service that identifies specific coin varieties. For collectors of modern coins, the First Strike designation is a valuable service that adds a premium to newly minted coins. The Restoration service helps improve the appearance of coins without damaging their value. Additionally, PCGS.com provides banknote grading services for paper currency collectors and bulk submission options for dealers and high-volume submitters. These services are designed to enhance the security, value, and liquidity of collectible coins and banknotes.

PCGS.com accepts various payment methods for their services. Customers can include check, money order, or credit card information with their submissions. It is mandatory to include payment with the order, as it will not be processed otherwise. For orders where a Guarantee Premium applies, a credit card is requested to ensure quick processing. All fees must be paid in USD.

PCGS.com's return policy is not explicitly detailed in the available information. However, regarding shipping, customers are advised to send their coins in 2 ½ x 2 ½ Mylar flips and to avoid using stapled holders, vinyl flips, or tubes. Coins should be packaged with bubble wrap or Styrofoam for protection during transit. For secure shipping, the use of Registered Mail through the USPS is recommended. If a customer includes a GPS tracker tag with their shipment, they will be contacted by a PCGS representative within 24 hours of the order being unboxed. The customer will have the option to have the tracker returned to them but will be charged a separate return shipping fee. If the customer does not respond within 24 hours or opts not to pay for the return shipping, the tracker will be discarded. Each submission is shipped separately, and there is no policy in place to consolidate orders for reduced shipping costs.