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PSA Photograde™ Online, a free, new online service from Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA), helps hobbyists gain a better understanding of the PSA Grading Standards and how they apply to their cards by providing a visual tour. It is easily accessed from the PSA home page, www.psacard.com.
Is it worth getting cards graded?
The Answer. You should ONLY get your cards graded IF it will increase the value or make the sale of the card(s) easier. Grading cards costs money. Money that sometimes isn’t returned because the grades assigned to the cards do not improve their value.
Is PSA grading worth it?
Regardless if you’re talking counterfeits or reprints, PSA card grading services can be an excellent tool to verify a card’s authenticity. That’s not to say that PSA is correct 100% of the time and fakes don’t occasionally slip through their hands.
How hard is it to get a PSA 10?
According to PSA, in order to earn a pristine PSA 10 (or Gem-Mint) rating, the card must be a ‘virtually perfect card’. The corners must be sharp, with no staining and original focus in tact.
Why is PSA so expensive?
PSA, the leader in card grading, dramatically changed its prices on Monday as the uptick in the industry left the company with a backlog of an untold millions of cards. Pricing in most areas has doubled. The lowest level, with the slowest service, goes from $10 a card to $20 a card and imposes a 10-card minimum.
What is the cheapest card grading company?
Cheap Pricing – GMA is by far the cheapest semi-reputable grading company out there right now. With prices as low as $6 per regular card and $5 for certified or pack autograph cards, no one is beating them on pricing. At this price point, it doesn’t cost much more than a one touch case to get your cards graded.
Is Beckett better than PSA?
While PSA gets the lion’s share from consumers, Beckett Grading Services is no slouch in the grading industry either. This company has two advantages over its main competitor: a better-looking label and a faster turnaround time. Most BGS slabs sport a multi-detail label at the top.
How much does it cost to send to PSA?
Card Grading Postage Fees TOTAL DECLARED VALUE Over $50,000 call for rates $0 – $100 $25,001 – $50,000 1 – 8 items $15.00 $78.30 9 – 20 items $18.00 $81.30 21 – 50 items $23.00 $84.30.
Are PSA cards open?
In an interview, Nat Turner, the executive chairman of Collector’s Universe, the parent company of PSA, confirmed that submissions for their Express level are now open to the public.
What does a PSA 6 look like?
A PSA EX-MT 6 card may have visible surface wear or a printing defect which does not detract from its overall appeal. Card may show some loss of original gloss, may have minor wax stain on reverse, may exhibit very slight notching on edges and may also show some off-whiteness on borders.
How long does PSA grading take?
PSA Grading Tips Tricks and Frequently Asked Questions Service Level Current Turnaround Time (door to door) Walk Through Approximately 3 weeks Super Express Approximately 3 weeks Express Approximately one month. Regular Service suspended by PSA as of March 30, 2021.
Why is PSA economy suspended?
The spike in demand for grading services is not just trading cards. Submissions of packs and tickets are on the rise, and we must slow the demand here too before the backlog gets excessive. As of today, we are suspending the Economy and Regular service levels for both tickets and packs.
Did PSA prices go up?
Nat Turner, executive chairman of PSA’s parent company Collectors Universe, confirmed to Sports Card Investor that PSA will begin accepting submissions for the Express Service Level with a price increase from $150 to $200 per card. Jul 1, 2021.
Is there an app for grading cards?
It’s free! Know your grades instantly before sending them out for paid grading. Our flagship mobile app is re-imagining the way cards and collectibles are graded and allows you to use our machine learning technology to instantly add and grade any Pokemon Card. Android App coming soon!.
Does PSA charge before grading?
Your order will continue processing as is. Keep in mind that sometimes cards cannot proceed to grading due to lack of catalog or online information or issues with their size, paper stock or fragile condition. In these cases, PSA will not authenticate or grade the card, nor will you be charged.
Can I grade my own cards?
Self-grading allows collectors to get an idea of the general condition a card is actually in. They can then get a better estimate of what grade it might receive upon submission. Surface wear, print dots, and minor creases all play into the final grade a card receives.
What is cheaper Beckett or PSA?
The general consensus seems to be that BGS is a bit cheaper and faster than PSA, and it’s also the preferred option for newer, modern cards. Most of their services include collectible cards, but also other types of collectibles. BGS uses an algorithm to help them determine the grade of the card.
Is a BGS 9.5 a PSA 10?
Everyone in the hobby knows that generally speaking, PSA 10 is the best “non super rare” grade that most cards can get. PSA 10’s routinely sell for as much as 2.5x their BGS 9.5 counterpart.
What is Beckett Black Label?
Beckett introduced the ‘Black Label’ in 2014; an exclusive label for customers whose card(s) scored 10 on all four subgrades. It’s a label given to a slab where the card has scored an absolute pristine 10; a card that is perfect in every way.
Where is PSA card grading located?
PSA is a division of Collectors Universe, which has offices in California, New Jersey, Paris, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo. As the only third-party grading service to offer a guarantee on its services, PSA has emerged as the clear leader in authentication and grading for trading cards and other collectibles.
How long does it take to get a card graded by Beckett?
Beckett Authentication Services does not offer guaranteed turnaround times; however, we strive to complete each order submitted for authentication within 20 business days. Note, orders submitted for Card & Autograph grading have a 30 business day turnaround time.
How can I sell baseball cards?
The Complete Guide To Selling Your Baseball Card Collection Create A List Of Your Card Collection. Talk To Card Dealers. Learn About Sports Card Grading. Have a Price In Mind. Consider Passing On To Heirs If Possible. Get Educated On The Hobby. Invest In A Scanner For Your Cards. Consign Your Cards To An Auction House.
