PSA, SGC, GAI - The Authentic Grade

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Posted By: James Gallo

Well it really depends on what was done to it.

Ie see the rebacked thread. I don't think a card that has been rebacked should be in an authentic holder.

Likewise if a card has had restoration or some other type of serious work.

If it is just a matter of trimming that is pretty cut and dry but when you get into odd issues of cleaning, pressing fixing stuff or rebacked cards that is something totally different.

I know SGC will look at something on a case by case basis. I have a card that has a large piece just off the back. SGC said that if I tape it, it will only get an authentic grade, if I leave it off it could get a 10.

It just depends, I don't think there is a cut and dry rule, although I think PSA using the authentic grade too often, SGC tends to shy away from it unless you specifically ask for it.

James G

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