Grading

The grading companies we follow in the United States and Europe: what they grade, what they cost and how long they take.

Latest grading news

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Oct 20Beckett reportedly restores grading submissions; price guide offline

Oct 19CGC submissions at San Diego Card Expo via FGS, October 31–November 1

Oct 19CGC takes submissions at Sport Card Expo Toronto, November 5–8

Grading companies

🇺🇸 United States

🇪🇺 Europe

Prices and turnaround of the cheapest open service level as of August 2026; levels open and close often, so check the official site before you send cards.

Grading guides

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