The Foundation Of All Great Collections.
Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) is the largest and most trusted third-party trading card authentication and grading company in the world. Since its inception in 1991, PSA has certified over 40 million cards and collectibles with a cumulative declared value of over a billion dollars.
Industry leading features, including
Manufacturing & subject Labeling
Understanding a PSA graded card label is key for collectors. Here’s a concise breakdown:
Manufacturing Label
Card Manufacturer: The brand that produced the card (e.g., Topps, Panini).
Year of Production: The year the card was made.
Set Name: The specific series the card belongs to.
Subject Label
Player or Subject Name: The name of the featured player or subject.
Card Number: The card’s number within its set.
Special Features: Notable traits like “Rookie Card” or “Autograph.”
PSA 10 Point Grading Scale
This scale is crucial for assessing card value and professional grading decisions, as each grade significantly affects market value.
PSA 1 (Poor): Major damage, heavy creases.
PSA 2 (Good): Noticeable wear, multiple creases.
PSA 3 (Very Good): Minor creases, rounded corners.
PSA 4 (Very Good – Excellent): Moderate wear, visually appealing.
PSA 5 (Excellent): Minor wear, retains gloss.
PSA 6 (Excellent – Mint): Slight surface wear, sharp.
PSA 7 (Near Mint): Slight wear, close to mint.
PSA 8 (Near Mint – Mint): Minimal wear, sharp corners.
PSA 9 (Mint): Nearly perfect condition.
PSA 10 (Gem Mint): Flawless condition.
Set registry barcode
The PSA Set Registry barcode on labels offers numerous benefits for card collectors, enhancing collection management and value. Key advantages include:
Efficient Collection Tracking: Easily scan cards for quick updates and instant access to detailed information.
Enhanced Organization: Automate sorting and simplify management of your collection.
Increased Value: Provides verification of authenticity, boosting marketability to potential buyers.
Customizable Set Goals: Track progress towards completing sets and stay motivated with personal goals.
Community Engagement: Connect with fellow collectors, share insights, and gain recognition within the collecting community.
Overall, the barcode improves organization, value, and community interaction for collectors.
Unique certification number
When grading cards with PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator), each card receives a unique certification number, crucial for verifying authenticity and condition online.
Importance of the PSA Certification Number
Authenticity Verification: Confirms your card is genuine and graded by PSA.
Condition Assurance: Validates the grade and condition, enhancing value.
Market Trust: PSA-certified cards attract more buyers.
Steps to Verify Your Card Online
Find the Certification Number: Located on the PSA label of your card.
Visit PSA’s Website: Go to the verification section on the official PSA site or app.
Input the Certification Number: Enter it accurately.
Review Card Details: Check the card type, year, player, and grade.
Keep Records: Save the certification number for future reference.
PSA Lighthouse security label
The PSA Lighthouse security label is crucial for verifying the authenticity of graded cards from the Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA).
Features
Enhanced Security: Advanced anti-counterfeiting measures.
Holographic Design: Indicates genuine PSA grading.
Tamper-Evident Technology: Shows clear signs of tampering.
Barcode Integration: Unique barcode for easy verification.
PSA Certification Number: Allows online verification of grading details.
Benefits
Peace of Mind: Ensures card authenticity for collectors.
Increased Value: Boosts market value by showcasing quality.
Collector Confidence: Builds trust in PSA-graded cards.
Using the PSA Lighthouse label protects and authenticates your cards, enhancing your collection’s value.
Tamper evident edges
PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) employs tamper-evident edges for card protection. Here’s a summary:
What Are Tamper-Evident Edges?
Definition: A feature indicating if a card’s case has been opened.
Functionality: Shows visible signs of tampering.
Benefits
Security: Prevents unauthorized alterations.
Authenticity: Confirms the card is untouched since grading.
Collector Confidence: Assures buyers of the card’s genuine condition.
Manufacturing
& Subject Labeling
10 Point
Grading Service Scale
Barcode to Add Inventory
to the Set Registry
Unique
Certification Number
for Online Verification
PSA Lighthouse™ Security Label
Tamper-Evident Edges
Why Choose PSA?
Reputation and Trust
In 2023 PSA held a 78% Market Share. Grading over 13.5 Million Items
Industry Standard
PSA is recognized by collectors and dealers across the trading card market as the standard.
Market Recognition
The PSA 10 Effect. 96% of the time PSA 10s outsell their competitors in the same card and same grade.
PSA Card Grading Options
Bulk
Max value $499
Value Plus
Max value $499
Regular
Max value $1,499
Express
Max value $2,499
$150
Super Express
Max value $4,999
$300
Walk Through
Max value $9,999
$600
Option 1
Value
Max value $499
$35
Value Plus
Max value $499
$55
Regular
Max value $1,499
$99
Express
Max value $2,499
$195
Super Express
Max value $4,999
$390
Walk Through
Max value $9,999
$780
Option 2
Value
Max value $499
$35
Value Plus
Max value $499
$55
Regular
Max value $1,499
$99
Express
Max value $2,499
$195
Super Express
Max value $4,999
$390
Walk Through
Max value $9,999
$780
Option 3
Value
Max value $499
$35
Value Plus
Max value $499
$55
Regular
Max value $1,499
$99
Express
Max value $2,499
$195
Super Express
Max value $4,999
$390
Walk Through
Max value $9,999
$780
Option 4
Value
Max value $499
$25
Value Plus
Max value $499
$55
Regular
Max value $1,499
$99
Express
Max value $2,499
$195
Super Express
Max value $4,999
$390
Walk Through
Max value $9,999
$780
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