Grading Banknotes

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Pete
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Grading Banknotes

Post by Pete » Mon Jan 10, 2022 5:50 am

HI - What does "Original" mean on a graded banknote?

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Re: Grading Banknotes

Post by dbcoins » Mon Jan 10, 2022 8:54 am

"Original" on a graded banknote means that the note has not been altered or tampered with in any way. Notes that are not given that designation have been pressed or something to appear a better grade than they really are
BCS uses the "Original" designation on their notes....PMG uses "Exceptional Paper Quality (EPQ)" designation...PCGS uses Pristine Paper Quality (PPQ) designation. ...Generally I would stay away from notes that do not have these designations
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