Coin Terminology and Glossary

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Random title: Typical Mint State (MS-60)
Explanation: Grade: The surfaces of an MS-60 coin will often have what is typically described as a "baggy" look, with a numerous "bag marks" or "hits" of varying sizes depending on the softness of the coin''s metal. There is, however, no wear on the surfaces of the coin.

Most popular coin titles

DefinitionSearchesPercentage
Specimen Proof (SP-70 or PF-70) 56145 13.20%
Silver Clad 33036 7.77%
Coin Silver 25128 5.91%
Slabbed Coins 24051 5.66%
BN 23585 5.55%
Encapsulated Coin 22534 5.30%
RB 22044 5.18%
PF (PF60, PF70) 19033 4.48%
Deep Cameo (DC or DCAM) 18957 4.46%
Reeded Edge 17848 4.20%
Ultra Cameo (UCAM) 17648 4.15%
Obverse or Face side 17070 4.01%
PR (PR60, PR70) 17043 4.01%
Rarity 16934 3.98%
PQ 16580 3.90%
MS (MS60-MS70) 16266 3.83%
Incuse 15614 3.67%
Coin drop 15479 3.64%
High Relief 15228 3.58%
Reverse Cameo 14985 3.52%