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) 56153 13.20%
Silver Clad 33043 7.77%
Coin Silver 25131 5.91%
Slabbed Coins 24055 5.66%
BN 23588 5.55%
Encapsulated Coin 22537 5.30%
RB 22048 5.18%
PF (PF60, PF70) 19040 4.48%
Deep Cameo (DC or DCAM) 18961 4.46%
Reeded Edge 17855 4.20%
Ultra Cameo (UCAM) 17655 4.15%
Obverse or Face side 17077 4.01%
PR (PR60, PR70) 17053 4.01%
Rarity 16942 3.98%
PQ 16585 3.90%
MS (MS60-MS70) 16268 3.82%
Incuse 15623 3.67%
Coin drop 15485 3.64%
High Relief 15233 3.58%
Reverse Cameo 14987 3.52%