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Old 03-02-2021, 05:34 PM
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I believe their grading is automated. I remember a few months ago someone on this board telling us he had developed a way to scan and grade cards. I'm not sure if he's involved. I wondered then and still wonder, how can a scanning process detect counterfeit stock? Maybe they do a preliminary review before scanning?

From their website
HGA is revolutionizing the industry by implementing software that will allow us to scan, analyze, and grade cards without subjectivity. Each card is scanned at ultra-high resolution. The scanner sees better than a magnifying glass and can pick up blemishes the size of a speck of dust.
Rice, Exhibit A.
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