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The 4 Pillars of Grading
Centering Analysis
Sub-pixel border measurement for Front/Back L-R / T-B ratios.
Corner Inspection
Whitening, blunted edges, and layered paper detection at microscopic scale.
Surface Scanning
Heatmap analysis for scratches, dimples, print-dots, and clouding issues.
Edge Assessment
Continuous scanning of all borders for chipping, silvering, and rough cuts.
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What Your Results Look Like
A full preview of the analysis report you receive after grading, including the overall grade, sub-grades for corners, edges, surface, and centering, detailed corner and edge inspections, card identification, defect detection, live marketplace pricing, comparable eBay listings, and per-company grading economics with ROI projections.
Professional Grading Companies & Their Standards
Professional card grading protects your investment and maximizes resale value. Here's what you need to know before submitting.
PSA
Professional Sports Authenticator
- Cost: $25-$300+ per card
- Turnaround: 20-90+ days
- Scale: 1-10 (whole numbers only)
- Market Premium: PSA 10 commands highest prices
- Best For: Vintage cards, high-value modern
Value Impact: A PSA 10 can be worth 5-10x more than a PSA 9 of the same card.
BGS
Beckett Grading Services
- Cost: $20-$250+ per card
- Turnaround: 15-60+ days
- Scale: 1-10 (half-point increments)
- Subgrades: Shows corners, edges, surface, centering
- Best For: Modern cards, pristine condition
Value Impact: BGS 9.5 "Gem Mint" with 10 subgrades (Black Label) can exceed PSA 10 values.
CGC
Certified Guaranty Company
- Cost: $15-$200+ per card
- Turnaround: 10-45+ days
- Scale: 1-10 (half-point increments)
- Subgrades: Available on premium service
- Best For: TCG cards, budget-friendly option
Value Impact: Growing market acceptance, especially strong in Pokémon and TCG markets.
SGC
Sportscard Guaranty Corporation
- Cost: $50-$2,000+ per card
- Turnaround: 2-50 business days
- Scale: 1-10 (whole numbers only)
- Market Premium: Strong for vintage and pre-war cards
- Best For: Vintage cards, quick turnaround
Value Impact: SGC 98 (10) often matches PSA 10 pricing on vintage issues.
TAG
Trustless Authentication Group
- Cost: $149-$299 per card
- Turnaround: 2-5 business days
- Scale: 1-10 (half-point increments)
- Subgrades: Included with every grade
- Best For: Fast turnaround, tech-forward collectors
Value Impact: Emerging company with blockchain-verified slabs and AI-assisted grading.
Why Pre-Grade Your Cards?
Average cost saved per card by avoiding low-grade submissions
Time saved by screening cards before submission
Accuracy within ±1 grade of professional results
What Grading Costs Really Mean
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How Grades Impact Card Values
The difference between grades can mean thousands of dollars. Here are real examples showing why pre-grading matters.
2018 Panini Prizm Luka Doncic RC
| Grade | Value |
|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $1,800 |
| PSA 9 | $450 |
| PSA 8 | $180 |
| Raw | $120 |
⚠️ Submit a PSA 8 candidate = lose $30 after grading fees
1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. RC
| Grade | Value |
|---|---|
| PSA 10 | $3,500 |
| PSA 9 | $350 |
| PSA 8 | $85 |
| Raw | $40 |
💡 10x value jump from PSA 9 to PSA 10
2020 Bowman Chrome Jasson Dominguez
| Grade | Value |
|---|---|
| BGS 9.5 | $850 |
| BGS 9 | $280 |
| BGS 8.5 | $120 |
| Raw | $85 |
📊 BGS 9.5 = 3x more than BGS 9
Our AI Grading Process
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Take a clear photo of your card front (and optionally back)
Detect
AI locates card boundaries, corners, and edges with pixel-level precision
Analyze
Computer vision examines every detail for defects invisible to the naked eye
Grade
Get instant grade prediction matching PSA/BGS/CGC/SGC/TAG standards
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