Grading Terminology Coins

Proof

Highest quality of coining especially for collectors and museums. The coining tools are special treated to get a high polished result. The coining will be done with a perfekt round blank sheet.

MS - Mint State

Without any traces of using. You hava to pay attention, that during the way of production and forwarding the coins can get scratches and sanding marks. The result is, that with issue of the coins, there are no more in a perfect condition.

XF - Extremly Fine

Only a short time in circulation with little traces of using.

VF - Very Fine

A longer time in circulation with normal traces of using. All details are well visible.

F - Fine

A long time in circulation with a lot of traces of using. The details are visible but rubbed off.