Coins & Pins
Rich in heritage and layered with nostalgia, coins and pins hold a special place in the collections of discerning hobbyists and treasure-seekers. Similar to other categories, their stature is secured by hallmarks of collectibility: vintage origins, offbeat offerings, sets to complete, and high-value rarities aplenty. As demand and value rises, so does a need for authentication and grading by the industry’s most reputable experts at PSA.
Coins graded by PSA are specific to the hobby and unrelated to currency, with popular releases manufactured by Topps, Salada, and Pinnacle. Visit PCGS for services relating to currency coins and rarities.
Coins and pins are graded in accordance with PSA’s 10-point grading scale. As these items are less susceptible to wear than cardboard or paper, results often come down to strength of eye appeal. In regards to key elements that PSA graders focus on, consider the following:
- Scratches, dents, severity of rust (if present)
- Centering of the picture (obverse and reverse)
- Compression of the pin or coin
- Overall print and manufacturing quality
Pricing
Choose your PSA Coin or Pin authentication and grading service level based on the max insured value of the item. You may also select a higher service level if you wish to have a quicker turnaround time.
Max Insured Value: $500
Estimated Turnaround Time: 75 Business Days*
Max Insured Value: $500 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 45 Business Days*
Max Insured Value: $1,500 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 25 Business Days*
Max Insured Value: $2,500 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 15 Business Days*
Max Insured Value: $5,000 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days*
Max Insured Value: $10,000 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days*
Coin & Pin Grading Process
Authentication
PSA graders review your item for authenticity. Once deemed genuine, PSA examines further for evidence of condition doctoring.
Grading
Once your item passes authentication, PSA grades its condition on a scale of 1-10, with 10 representing the best possible grade.
Encapsulation
Your item is preserved in a sonically-sealed, tamper-evident case with its grade and certification number displayed on a PSA LightHouseâ„¢ label.
Benefits of Coin & Pin Grading
Gold Standard
PSA is universally recognized and respected as the grading standard for collectors of memorabilia.
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PSA encapsulates every item in a tamper-evident, sonically sealed case that preserves eye appeal while providing protection.
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As the market continues to prove out, items authenticated and graded by PSA often outperform competitors in verified sales and auctions.
Learn MoreMost-Graded Sets
Coins
- 1955 Armour Baseball Coins
- 1962 Salada Baseball Coins
- 1962 Shirriff Baseball Coins
- 1963 Salada-Junket All-Star Baseball Coins
- 1964 Topps Baseball Coins
- 1971 Topps Baseball Coins
- 1987 7-11 Slurpee Baseball Coins
- 1990 Bandai Baseball Coins
- 1998 Pinnacle Mint Collection Baseball Coins
Pins
- 1896 Sweet Caporal State Arms Pins P10
- 1896 Whitehead & Hoag Presidents PE7-15
- 1909 Sweet Caporal Domino Discs
- 1910 Sweet Caporal Pins
- 1932 Orbit Gum Pins (PR2)
- 1946 Kellogg's Pep Cereal Pins
- 1966 Batman Pins