# PCGS Cert Verification — Verify PCGS coins & banknotes

> Mobile app for verifying PCGS-graded coins and banknotes via scanning or NFC. (iPhone/iPad app by PCGS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pcgs-cert-verification/id1093919193 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PCGS](https://appshunter.io/developer/347349342)
- Category: Reference, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 8,131 App Store ratings · 94 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2016-04-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pcgs-cert-verification/id1093919193/reviews.md

## What is PCGS Cert Verification?

Whether you are a coin or currency collector or dealer, before you buy a coin or banknote online, it is vital to verify its authenticity. That’s where the PCGS Cert Verification mobile app comes in. 

The Cert Verification App makes the confirmation process much easier and much faster. Rather than typing in the coin or banknote's certification number, simply scan the barcode (obverse) or QR code (reverse) found on the label or utilize our new Gold Shield NFC Technology to tap and scan a holder with additional security (if available).

With this app, users get access to valuable information, such as a coin’s denomination, date and mintmark, grade, mintage, holder type, PCGS Population and PCGS Price Guide value or a banknote's 

Supplemental coin & banknote information may also be available, such as a high resolution images, the last auction appearance and its current presence in any PCGS Set Registry sets.

Features:

•	Quick, on-the-go cert verification
•	NFC Gold Shield Technology makes it easy to tap and verify recently graded coins with additional security
•	Scan a coin or banknote's barcode or QR code for instant verification
•	If no barcode is available (old holders) you can use the scanner's text recognition capabilities to read the cert number instead
•	Access to the coin’s holder type, PCGS Population, Price Guide value and more
•	Links to PCGS CoinFacts or the PCGS ValueView which provide even more valuable information

It’s important to note that verification of certification numbers on the PCGS Certification Database will not entirely eliminate the risk of buying counterfeit coins or banknotes, as there is always a slight chance counterfeiters may use counterfeit PCGS grading inserts.

To further reduce the risk of counterfeit coins or banknotes, PCGS encourages purchases from verified PCGS Authorized Dealers.
For more information on this app, please visit https://www.pcgs.com/apps and https://www.pcgs.com/cert

Find our privacy policy at http://www.collectorsuniverse.com/privacy

## Key features

- Quick on-the-go verification
- NFC Gold Shield Technology
- Barcode and QR code scanning
- Text recognition for old holders
- Access coin/banknote details
- Links to CoinFacts and ValueView

## What do users think of PCGS Cert Verification?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- ⭐ The best
- 🔒 Fantastic to verify authenticity
- 🚀 Works great
- 💡 Useful app for beginners and experienced collectors

**Cons**

- 🐛 Barcode scanner not working
- 🐛 App crashes or freezes
- 🔍 Difficulty reading text due to poor color contrast
- 🔍 Camera issues, unable to focus on slab barcodes
- 🔍 Inconsistent coin identification

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Database down for maintenance
- Barcode scanner not working on newer devices
- App crashes on launch or when scanning

**Most requested features**

- Integrate with other PCGS apps
- Improve barcode scanning functionality
- Add support for newer device cameras
- Enhance readability with better color scheme

## Recent user reviews (10 of 94)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pcgs-cert-verification/id1093919193/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Never load

*2026-08-02, version 2.1.15*

It’s horrible. When ever you need the AP specially on weekends never loads

### 5/5 — Coin madness

*2026-07-24, version 2.1.15*

Ty for all ur help. Seems to b a beautiful app. New to the coin game.

### 5/5 — Best

*2026-05-22, version 2.1.15*

Easy and best way to validate

### 3/5 — PCGS - coin value guide

*2026-04-29, version 2.1.15*

You Should have photos of the coin in the holder especially if it is a hand signed coin. (like NGC does)

### 1/5 — Your barcode scanner sucks

*2026-04-18, version 2.1.15*

Couldn’t get the barcode on the label to scan how to manually type in the code and then your app told me my $130 coin was worth $29
It’s a 1 ounce .999 pure silver coin, silver silver spot is $80

### 5/5 — PCGS Cert Review

*2026-04-13, version 2.1.15*

Very useful site when I am bidding on coins at auction and helping me determine the value of coins I am considering. Keep up the good work.

### 4/5 — Great info Poor bar code scanning

*2026-04-12, version 2.1.15*

The info the app gives is great.  Extremely useful. But the barcode scanner is not great. There’s no way to focus it on iPhone and it just does scan unless use click scan without barcode then it’s hit or miss on whether the right coin is displayed. If they could just fix the scanner to work on new iPhones it would be a perfect app

### 1/5 — Hard to Read!

*2026-02-11, version 2.1.15*

The yellow text against the white background is EXTREMELY difficult to read.

### 5/5 — Amazing app.

*2026-01-24, version 2.1.15*

Very accurate with item description and values. Keep up the good work guys!

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work 1/2 the time???

*2025-12-29, version 2.1.15*

The scanner doesn’t read accurately & often can’t read anything

## Frequently asked questions about PCGS Cert Verification

### What does the PCGS Cert Verification app do?

This app allows users to quickly verify the authenticity of PCGS-graded coins and banknotes. It simplifies the confirmation process by enabling scanning of certification barcodes, QR codes, or using NFC technology for instant verification.

### What kind of information can I access with this app?

Upon verification, you can access valuable details such as the coin's denomination, date, mintmark, grade, mintage, holder type, PCGS Population, and PCGS Price Guide value. For banknotes, similar supplemental information may be available, including high-resolution images and historical auction data.

### Is the app free to use?

Yes, the PCGS Cert Verification app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its core verification functionality.

### What if a coin or banknote holder doesn't have a barcode?

If a holder does not have a barcode, the app's scanner has text recognition capabilities. This feature allows you to use the scanner to read the certification number directly from the label, enabling verification even for older holders.

### Can this app guarantee I won't buy a counterfeit?

While this app significantly aids in verifying authenticity, it's important to note that it cannot entirely eliminate the risk of counterfeit coins or banknotes. There's a slight possibility that counterfeiters might use fake PCGS grading inserts. PCGS recommends purchasing from verified PCGS Authorized Dealers to further reduce risk.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.15 — 2022-02-12

v2.1.15
- Minor improvements

**If you love this app please leave a review! If you run into any issues email app@pcgs.com and we will work with you to resolve the issue.

### 2.1.14 — 2021-11-18

v2.1.14
- Minor improvements

**If you love this app please leave a review! If you run into any issues email app@pcgs.com and we will work with you to resolve the issue.

### 2.1.13 — 2021-10-27

v2.1.13
- Minor improvements

**If you love this app please leave a review! If you run into any issues email app@pcgs.com and we will work with you to resolve the issue.

### 2.1.12 — 2021-09-11

v2.1.12
- Bug fixes and improvements

**If you love this app please leave a review! If you run into any issues email app@pcgs.com and we will work with you to resolve the issue.

### 2.1.11 — 2021-08-07

v2.1.11
- Fixed a bug with population numbers when translated to Chinese

**If you love this app please leave a review! If you run into any issues email app@pcgs.com and we will work with you to resolve the issue.

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