What does SGC 10 mean?
Once a card has been thoroughly examined by the graders at PSA, it is given a grade on a scale of 1-10. SGC uses a slightly different grading approach going from 10-100. A 100 rating by SGC is considered a pristine card. Say a card rates a Gem Mint 10 for PSA, that’s the equivalent to a 98 grade for SGC.
Is SGC Grading any good?
The resale value and the quality of the grading all point in the same direction. SGC has earned its place as the third-placed grading company in the business. With their grading solid and unforgiving, there is no particular reason why their cards should resell at lower values than their BGS or PSA equivalents.
What is an SGC a grade?
SGC Authentic Grading Description. SGC does have an ‘Authentic’ grade as well, but does not have an ‘Authentic Altered’ grade. Any type of alteration falls under the ‘Authentic’ umbrella for SGC. They will however not not a reason for the ‘Authentic’ grade on the label.
Is a BGS 9.5 a PSA 10?
Everyone in the hobby knows that generally speaking, PSA 10 is the best “non super rare” grade that most cards can get. PSA 10’s routinely sell for as much as 2.5x their BGS 9.5 counterpart.
Whats better PSA or BGS?
While PSA gets the lion’s share from consumers, Beckett Grading Services is no slouch in the grading industry either. This company has two advantages over its main competitor: a better-looking label and a faster turnaround time. Most BGS slabs sport a multi-detail label at the top.
What cards SGC grade?
SGC can grade most issues that measure 7″ x 9″ or smaller. SGC will grade most of the issues catalogued in various publications. The following is a list of a few issues that SGC does not grade. Since many new and uncatalogued items exist, this list will occasionally be updated.
Why is PSA better than BGS?
What are the current PSA turnaround times?
Once you submit your cards, you are locked in to this price even if there is a PSA price increase….PSA Grading Tips Tricks and Frequently Asked Questions.
| Service Level | Current Turnaround Time (door to door) |
|---|---|
| Walk Through | Approximately 3 weeks |
| Super Express | Approximately 3 weeks |
| Express | Approximately one month. |
| Regular | Service suspended by PSA as of March 30, 2021 |
What happened to SGC 1-10 grading?
They were known for their own, more nuanced, 10-100 grading system. However, in 2018 SGC switched to the standard 1-10 version. SGC also changed the logo while they were at it.
Why is SGC so successful?
One of the reasons SGC has done better than most at capitalizing on current opportunities is that they are not a fly-by-night operation. They have been around for 22 years and are familiar to veteran collectors. They were known for their own, more nuanced, 10-100 grading system.
Should you choose SGC or Beckett for your cards?
Beckett tends to be the preferred service for new cards, while PSA is an expert when it comes to vintage pieces. SGC has been around since 1998 and has become a viable third option following massive growth during 2019. But which should you choose?
What is the turnaround time for SGC grading fees?
As seen in the SGC Grading Fees section, they now have a basic turnaround time of 65-70 days, or you can pay more to have it delivered in a day or two. SGC vs PSA vs Beckett: Final Review (Who Wins?) Who wins?