Inside PCGS: Jay Turner
June 2, 2026
As a numismatist since my teen years, one of my rituals is to try making it to the Annual USMex Convention, a large coin show held in Scottsdale, Arizona, each October. It was there, just last year, that a prominent dealer and good friend of mine opined, in so many words, “What we do doesn’t matter. It’s coins. It’s not like we are saving the world.” I have thoughts on that…
I have worked as a full-time professional grader for over 20 years. During that time, I’ve seen the other side of the coin: the worst pieces, heard the worst stories, seen people taken for countless sums of money. For me it isn’t about saving the world, it’s about integrity. That is why I get up every day and strive to do better. For me, working with top numismatists and elite graders isn’t about saving the world – it’s about serving others with integrity. And it’s been my driving passion for many years.
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