[Jantz]

When submitting cards to be graded/authenticated, a numerical grade will be given to a card on it's overall condition. If a card has been altered in any way, that meaning trimmed, recolored, skinned/rebacked, rebuilt corners, pin holes, portion of the card is torn off or professionally restored, then a grade of "A" or authentic will be given.

Authentic means that the card is correct for it's time period and not a reprint, but has been altered in some way.

When submitting to SGC, a collector has the option to have the card slabbed or not slabbed if he/she wants, if the card garners a "A" distinction. SGC will not print on the label what the alteration is, whereas PSA will.

Some collectors opt to have the card slabbed anyway if it is deemed Authenic since they are paying the fee regardless.

Hope this answers your question.

Jantz