Your comprehensive guide to understanding Pokemon card grading, grading companies, and how grades affect card values.
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Professional Sports Authenticator uses a 1-10 scale with 10 being the highest grade. Most common grading service for Pokemon cards.
Beckett Grading Services provides subgrades for centering, corners, edges, and surface along with an overall grade.
Certified Guaranty Company offers consistent grading with detailed condition notes and photography.
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