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) 55917 13.28%
Silver Clad 32826 7.80%
Coin Silver 24889 5.91%
Slabbed Coins 23813 5.66%
BN 23388 5.56%
Encapsulated Coin 22327 5.30%
RB 21838 5.19%
PF (PF60, PF70) 18816 4.47%
Deep Cameo (DC or DCAM) 18791 4.46%
Reeded Edge 17642 4.19%
Ultra Cameo (UCAM) 17446 4.14%
Obverse or Face side 16903 4.02%
PR (PR60, PR70) 16768 3.98%
Rarity 16663 3.96%
PQ 16376 3.89%
MS (MS60-MS70) 16074 3.82%
Incuse 15401 3.66%
Coin drop 15222 3.62%
High Relief 15025 3.57%
Reverse Cameo 14767 3.51%