Grading determines value, legitimacy, marketability, and long-term demand across nearly every collectible category—sports cards, Pokémon, autographs, coins, comics, video games, toys, currency, and more. But not all grading companies are equal. Some are industry leaders trusted by auction houses and high-end collectors, while others add no premium—or even hurt value.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 104 — Which Grading Companies to Trust for Each Collectible Category gives you a clear, professional breakdown of the most respected grading companies in the industry. You’ll learn which services dominate resale value, which are best for specific categories, how population reports influence pricing, and when grading actually increases value. This guide also explains how DJR Authentication fits into the process with pre-grading evaluation, condition assessment, and authentication review.
Inside, you’ll learn how experts:
Identify the most trusted grading companies for sports cards, TCGs, comics, coins, currency, toys, autographs, and video games
Understand the differences between PSA, BGS, SGC, CGC, PCGS, NGC, WATA, VGA, AFA, CAS, PMG, and more
Decide when grading increases value—and when it doesn’t
Use population reports, scarcity, and market demand to make smart grading choices
Evaluate red flags that signal unreliable or low-credibility grading companies
Spot fake slabs, mislabeled holders, re-sealed cases, and serial-number mismatches
Determine which items should be sent to which company based on condition sensitivity and resale history
Avoid grading companies that provide no market premium or damage long-term value
Use DJR Authentication for pre-grading consultations to prevent costly submission mistakes
Volume 104 gives collectors, sellers, investors, and estate managers a clear roadmap to the grading landscape—ensuring you choose the correct company for every category and avoid the pitfalls that cost collectors thousands.
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Grading determines value, legitimacy, marketability, and long-term demand across nearly every collectible category—sports cards, Pokémon, autographs, coins, comics, video games, toys, currency, and more. But not all grading companies are equal. Some are industry leaders trusted by auction houses and high-end collectors, while others add no premium—or even hurt value.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 104 — Which Grading Companies to Trust for Each Collectible Category gives you a clear, professional breakdown of the most respected grading companies in the industry. You’ll learn which services dominate resale value, which are best for specific categories, how population reports influence pricing, and when grading actually increases value. This guide also explains how DJR Authentication fits into the process with pre-grading evaluation, condition assessment, and authentication review.
Inside, you’ll learn how experts:
Identify the most trusted grading companies for sports cards, TCGs, comics, coins, currency, toys, autographs, and video games
Understand the differences between PSA, BGS, SGC, CGC, PCGS, NGC, WATA, VGA, AFA, CAS, PMG, and more
Decide when grading increases value—and when it doesn’t
Use population reports, scarcity, and market demand to make smart grading choices
Evaluate red flags that signal unreliable or low-credibility grading companies
Spot fake slabs, mislabeled holders, re-sealed cases, and serial-number mismatches
Determine which items should be sent to which company based on condition sensitivity and resale history
Avoid grading companies that provide no market premium or damage long-term value
Use DJR Authentication for pre-grading consultations to prevent costly submission mistakes
Volume 104 gives collectors, sellers, investors, and estate managers a clear roadmap to the grading landscape—ensuring you choose the correct company for every category and avoid the pitfalls that cost collectors thousands.
Digital Download — PDF • 7 Pages • Instant Access
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