π§Ύ How Does the Process Work?
β Step 1 – Place Your Order
Choose how many cards you’d like to have graded and place your order.
• After completing your order, you’ll receive an invoice and a grading form by email (check your spam folder just in case!).
β Step 2 – Complete Payment & Grading Form
Fill in the grading form carefully and complete the payment.
• Double-check your details to ensure a smooth grading process.
β Step 3 – Shipping Label & Tracking
Purchase a shipping label from your preferred carrier.
• Email us the tracking number together with your completed grading form.
π‘ Tip: Arrange your cards in the same order as listed on the grading form to make the process faster.
β Step 4 – Packaging Your Cards
Place each card in a soft sleeve, then into a Card Saver.
If you don’t have Card Savers, Toploaders are fine — just make sure they can be opened easily to avoid delays.
Bundle your cards securely between cardboard or bubble wrap.
• Use a sturdy box and fill any empty space with bubble wrap or paper.
β οΈ Note: Shipping is always the sender’s responsibility — we recommend adding insurance!
What do we look for during grading?
We assess the following key aspects of each card:
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Surface
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Centering
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Edges
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Corners
These factors are inspected using professional tools, including a centering meter, UV lighting, and a microscope.
π The Final Grade
The final grade is determined by four subgrades.
• Rule: The overall grade can never be more than one point higher than the lowest subgrade.
(Example: if corners receive a 5, the final grade cannot exceed a 6.)
Once all aspects have been reviewed:
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The final grade is assigned
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A custom label is printed
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The card and label are sealed with an ultrasonic sealing machine, ensuring long-term protection
πΈ Significant damage may be photographed (only when relevant) — this way, you’ll always understand your card’s final grade.
Final photos of each slab are also added to our database.
π¬ Updates & Shipping
Every Monday morning, you’ll receive a status update via email.
Have a question in the meantime? • Just reach out — we’re happy to help!
When grading is complete, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your tracking code, allowing you to follow your shipment.
All orders are shipped:
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With insurance
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With track & trace
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Fully handled by us