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Card Identification

How to Tell if 1993 Finest is a Refractor

July 22, 2022 Ballcard Genius

To tell if a 1993 Finest baseball card is a refractor, hold the card under direct light and then tilt the card at an angle to see light shining off of its surface. If you […]

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What Does PSA Mean in Baseball Cards?

July 21, 2022 Ballcard Genius

PSA Definition In cards, PSA stands for Professional Sports Authenticator, which is one of the largest and most popular card grading companies around. A card grading company evaluates cards and assigns them a grade or […]

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What is a Set Break in Baseball Cards?

July 20, 2022 Ballcard Genius

Set Break Definition In baseball cards, the term “set break” is most commonly used by sellers in order to let potential buyers know that they are selling an entire set of cards, one by one. […]

Card History

Panini National Treasures Basketball Card Debut & History

July 19, 2022 Ballcard Genius

I’m not telling you anything you didn’t know when I say National Treasures has become one of the most popular basketball card products in history, and even more as of late—each year’s release seems to […]

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What is Wax or Sealed Wax in Sports Cards?

July 17, 2022 Ballcard Genius

Wax Definition In sports cards, wax or “sealed wax” describes unopened packages of cards. Wax could be hobby boxes, blasters, packs, and more. For example, if someone says do you have any “sealed wax,” they’re […]

Rookie Cards

Julio Rodriguez Rookie Card Guide & Gallery

July 16, 2022 Ballcard Genius

We might have a real one here my friends. When Julio Rodriguez got the call to the big leagues, I was excited, and that’s even as an AL West rival A’s fan. My worst fear? […]

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PSA OC Meaning & Example

July 16, 2022 Ballcard Genius

PSA OC Definition “OC” is a specific qualifier assigned by PSA to identify a card as “off center” even though that card meets the criteria for a particular grade. For example, a PSA 9 means […]

Grading

Will PSA Prices Go Down in 2022?

July 10, 2022 Ballcard Genius

PSA prices have decreased in 2022, with the latest update being a $18/card special for July to celebrate the National Convention. This comes shortly after the June announcement that the Value service level of $30/card […]

Rookie Cards

Barry Bonds Rookie Year & Card Guide

July 7, 2022 Ballcard Genius

Barry Bonds is widely considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time, right? Of course, the title doesn’t come with its fair share of debate, but that’s for another time. Either way, you […]

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Definitions

What is an SGC A Grade?

July 7, 2022 Ballcard Genius

An SGC “A” graded card stands for “Authentic.” This is not a card rating that one would expect on an encapsulated card, but rather a designation. Meaning, it’s an option that can be selected upon […]

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