One of the most common misconceptions in the coin industry is what exactly a proof coin is. First and foremost, it is not a grading, it doesn't indicate a perfect coin, nor does it refer to a coin with specific features. A proof coin, essentially is a coin which the manufacturer describes as a proof coin - in general this term is assigned to coins of the best possible quality that the manufacturer can produce but if a coin is damaged after production, it doesn't lose its status as a proof strike, though this will significantly affect its value. (more)

If you've been collecting or investing in coins for a while you've probably heard of PCGS. PCGS is an independent coin grading service with offices in the US, Hong Kong and Paris. They have been grading coins for the past 27 years and in the past 5 years they have gained a strong and well regarded presence in Australia among both coin dealers and collectors. (more)

Valuing coins is a complex topic as while the first stage, identifying the coin may be relatively simple, assessing the condition of the coin is something that takes years to learn. We've written a basic guide on the nature of coin grading here: Coin Grading Guide (more)