Grading Silver Certificates by Seal Color Intensity: How Faded Blue Seals Affect PMG and PCGS Scores on 1935 and 1957 Series Notes
The vivid blue Treasury seal on Silver Certificates is one of the first things graders examine, and even subtle fading can drop a note one or two full grade points. This guide breaks down exactly how PMG and PCGS Currency evaluate seal color on 1935 and 1957 series notes, with practical advice for collectors chasing high-grade examples.
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