Grading
Is PSA 9 a Good Card Grade?
PSA 9 is a good grade if the card has a low population. This would mean that there are few PSA 9s in existence, and would thus be considered rare and relatively valuable. For clarity, […]
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Is BGS 9.5 the Same as a PSA 10?
A BGS 9.5 is not the same as a PSA 10. While the conditions of the cards graded as such might be similar or even identical, there is a large difference in value between the […]
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PSA Vs. BGS: The Ultimate Guide
I’ve been writing about PSA and BGS for a long time. Years, even, and across a number of card grading topics. But, surprisingly, I’ve never done a head-to-head comparison of the two titans of the […]
Grading
How Long Does PSA Grading Take in 2023?
PSA Grading currently takes about 20 days to grade a card at the “value plus” service level ($40/card) and 10 days at the “Regular” service level ($75/card). Not too long ago, in April of 2021, […]
Grading
PSA Crossover Cost & Grading Information
The PSA Crossover service cost depends on the value of the card and your desired turnaround, just like regular grading. For example, the PSA Crossover cost is $75 at the “regular” service level (max declared […]
Buying Cards
How to Buy Raw Ungraded Cards on eBay
Buying raw cards on eBay with the intention to grade can be tough. And let me just clarify that buying ungraded cards from anywhere with the intention to grade those cards can be difficult. Well, […]
Grading
ISA Grading vs. PSA Cards
In comparing all of the different card grading companies, everyone is quick to look at BGS, SGC, and CSG as main PSA competitors. While that might be valid, there are also a number of other […]
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What is Declared Value? When Does PSA Charge You for Your Submission? Grading Questions & More.
PSA charges you for your submission after your order has been graded and shipped back to you. Meaning, while you provide your payment info when you fill out your submission request, you aren’t actually charged […]
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PSA Grading Examples & Scale—Differences Between Grades Like PSA 9 & 10
As a leader in authenticating sports cards and other items, PSA has the daunting task of striving for perfection every single day. I mean, consumers who do business with PSA should expect perfection, and rightfully […]
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Does PSA Accept Top Loaders?
I’ve been on a 2022 Bowman Mega box kick; it’s really the only sealed wax I rip! I just feel like they offer great value and upside, and especially with this year’s checklist, I wanted […]
