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
$49.99/Coin or Pin
Max Insured Value: $500 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 45 Business Days*
Get Started$79.99/Coin or Pin
Max Insured Value: $1,500 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 25 Business Days*
Get Started$149.00/Coin or Pin
Max Insured Value: $2,500 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 15 Business Days*
Get Started$299.00/Coin or Pin
Max Insured Value: $5,000 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days*
Get Started$599.00/Coin or Pin
Max Insured Value: $10,000 or less
Estimated Turnaround Time: 7 Business Days*
Get StartedCoin & 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 LightHouse™ label.
Benefits of Coin & Pin Grading
Gold Standard
PSA is universally recognized and respected as the grading standard for collectors of memorabilia.
Security
PSA encapsulates every item in a tamper-evident, sonically sealed case that preserves eye appeal while providing protection.
Value
As the market continues to prove out, items authenticated and graded by PSA often outperform competitors in verified sales and auctions.
Most-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
*Estimated Turnaround Times are estimates only and not guaranteed. A service level’s Estimated Turnaround Time begins when the order is received and scanned into the PSA facility. These times are based on, and may be impacted by, PSA’s submission volume, capacity, and other unforeseen circumstances. Turnaround Times may change rapidly without notice as conditions change.
As the collectibles industry continues to expand, and the demand for PSA’s services continues to expand along with it, PSA may decide to adjust pricing, services offered, and processing time to better align the demand for PSA services with our capacity to deliver those services.
All terms & conditions are subject to change.