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Quick answer: Card grading is a third-party authentication and condition assessment. The card is sealed in a tamper-evident slab with a numeric grade. PSA, BGS, SGC and CSG are the major graders used by collectors in Canada.
Major Card Grading Companies
PSA (1–10)
Professional Sports Authenticator

The most recognized grading company. PSA 10 is the gold standard for modern cards and often commands the highest resale premium.

BGS (1–10 (sub-grades))
Beckett Grading Services

Known for sub-grades (centering, corners, edges, surface) and the ultra-rare BGS 9.5/10 Black Label. Popular with modern collectors.

SGC (1–10)
Sportscard Guaranty Corporation

Recognizable black tuxedo slabs. Strong reputation for vintage cards and competitive pricing.

CSG (1–10)
Certified Sports Guaranty

Part of the CGC family. Offers clear slabs and competitive pricing, with a growing collector base.

The 1–10 Grading Scale
GradeNameWhat it means
10 Gem Mint Virtually perfect. Sharp corners, no surface flaws, perfect centering.
9 Mint Minor flaw visible under close inspection. Still excellent eye appeal.
8 Near Mint–Mint Slight corner or edge wear, minor surface issue.
7 Near Mint Moderate wear on corners or edges but no major damage.
6 Excellent–Near Mint Noticeable wear; still attractive.
5 Excellent Obvious corner rounding, light creases, or surface loss.
4 Very Good–Excellent Heavy wear, possible creases, still intact.
3 Very Good Major creases, surface issues, or edge damage.
2 Good Heavy damage, but card is complete and recognizable.
1 Poor Severe damage, missing paper, writing, or tears.
When to Grade
  • Cards worth more than the grading fee
  • Rookie cards of star players
  • Cards with perfect centering and sharp corners
  • High-value vintage cards
  • Cards you plan to sell online
When NOT to Grade
  • Common base cards under $20
  • Cards with obvious damage or heavy wear
  • Cards where grading fees exceed resale value
  • PC cards you never plan to sell
What Graders Look For
  1. Corners — whitening, rounding, or fraying
  2. Edges — chipping, rough cuts, or dings
  3. Surface — scratches, print lines, dents, or stains
  4. Centering — equal left/right and top/bottom borders
  5. Authenticity — real card, no trimming or alterations

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