Hey Russ and KOT,
Yes, I was very disappointed initially too. But then my disappointment turned to determination. I think you and I had similar experiences Russ. I sent mine in with no COA the first time. I know, rookie move. Actually, I was a little nervous about them losing my COA's. Then they said, well, just send your medals back, and include the COA's. I did so. I sent the originals. I made sure they knew how important it was that I get those back. They send them back again, unverifiable. I was ticked. I finally contacted some folks over in China, and asked if they could put me in touch with the Nanjing Mint, or perhaps write on their letterhead, saying they were authentic. I was given the go ahead to write the note, and they would put it on the letterhead. So I wrote a note letting them know what the options are. I said I can broker a conversation with the nanjing mint to prove their veracity or send a letter with their letterhead, where they indicate they are legit. I get a call from Laura a couple days later, she said, we don't need anything, we will grade them. I sent them in, and finally got them in today. It was not an easy or simple process, but I'm glad we stuck by our guns. Now the world can know they are authentic, even though we knew all along. :-)) Yes, even from that sucky mint otherwise known as the Nanjing mint. hehehe.
Congrats on scoring a PF68. I scored a PF68 and PFF67. The 68's are getting tucked away for a long, long time. I guess the standard to shoot is PF69 (probably the equivelent of PF70 in antique). Here's to hoping someone gets one out of the 30 that may be out there.
Thanks guys. I'm glad our perseverance won them over.
