Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,212 terms across 12 categories.

7 terms in Coins & Currency starting with “G” · page 1 of 1

1. gobrecht gradeCoins & Currency
   This term refers to a specific grading standard used primarily within certain numismatic circles, though it is not as universally recognized as PCGS or NGC grades. It generally implies a subjective assessment of a coin's
2. goldCoins & Currency
   This refers to the precious metal content within a coin, indicating its intrinsic value based on the weight and purity of the gold it contains. For collectors, the gold content is a primary factor in determining the coin
3. gold coinCoins & Currency
   This refers to any coin minted from gold, a precious metal highly valued for its intrinsic worth. For resellers and collectors, the designation "gold coin" is broad, encompassing everything from modern bullion pieces to
4. gold proofCoins & Currency
   What is golden proof? It is a gold coin struck using a specialized minting process that yields a high-luster, mirror-like field contrasted with frosted design elements.
5. government mintCoins & Currency
   This refers to coins struck directly by a national government's official mint facility, as opposed to private mints or commemorative issues produced by third parties. For collectors, the origin is a key indicator of auth
6. grade submission feeCoins & Currency
   This is the charge levied by professional grading services, such as PCGS or NGC, when you submit a coin for authentication and numerical grading. The fee covers the cost of the expert evaluation, the handling, and the se
7. gresham's lawCoins & Currency
   This economic principle describes a situation where a country's base metal coins are driven out of circulation because they are of lower intrinsic value than the official currency. In coin collecting, this is relevant wh