Graded Topps Coins - Would You Ever...?

[Gr8Beldini]

Originally Posted by JollyElm

For the edification of us non-coin-collectors, could you post pictures of what a NM one 'should' look like?

And a couple of questions:

1. Are there actually coins that have virtually no degree of scuffing whatsoever on the rims? Just smooth, polished metal?

2. Kellogg's 3D cards can be graded high, but then start cracking inside the slabs, making a mockery of the number grade. With the coins, is there a similar thing going on with them developing rust over time?

Re: #1... Without question there are. I've been handling and dealing with them or years. Those are the ones that get graded NM/MT or better.

Re: #2... Not a chance. That coin got scuffed by banging around inside a bag with other coins... PRIOR to slabbing.