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PSA Q & A With Zack Browning, a Leader in the Pokémon World

February 18, 2021February 23, 2021Todd Tobias

Zack Browning is one of the hobby’s leading collectors of Pokémon trading cards. Browning has an interesting background with Pokémon, as he has literally grown up with the TCG. He was introduced to the game as a child, shortly after…

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Hobby Goals and Resolutions for 2021

December 30, 2020December 30, 2020Todd Tobias

It is a common practice this time of year to set new goals and resolutions. We do it professionally (“I want to open five new accounts in Q1…”) and personally (“Ugh, I need to lose 20 lbs. by March 1…”),…

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The Unopened Product Dilemma: Open with Caution or Store in Safety?

October 28, 2020October 28, 2020Matt Edmund

  The increased interest in trading cards, especially since the onset of COVID-19, has affected the prices of nearly all unopened material. As an example, a factory-sealed case of 1986 Fleer Basketball recently sold at auction for just under $1.8…

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Not All Fresh Pulls Grade PSA Gem Mint 10

October 15, 2020October 25, 2020Matt Edmund

“But this card was pulled out of a pack and sent directly to PSA!” As a customer service representative for PSA, it’s a statement I hear from collectors all too often. Their disbelief comes across loud and clear when a…

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Keys to Trading Card Storage and Preservation

May 21, 2020October 24, 2020Terry Melia

The thrill of collecting trading cards is multi-faceted. You’re excited to land the cards, but now the trick is to preserve them, preferably in pristine condition. Having been around this great hobby for three decades, I’ve noticed a few things…

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Carl Yastrzemski Card Values | PSA Collector Guide

March 31, 2020October 25, 2020Terry Melia

  In this new, ongoing series, we explore various sets on the PSA Set Registry, featuring the trading cards of iconic athletes. Select cards will be highlighted and the requirements of each set will be included.   He is affectionately…

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PSA is Going Paperless Starting April 1, 2020

March 9, 2020October 24, 2020Terry Melia

  Starting Wed., April 1, 2020, PSA will no longer be accepting paper carbon copy submission forms for orders involving cards, tickets, packs or dual service authentication and grading requests. Like most PSA collectors are doing already, you will be…

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The Rise and Shine of Pokémon

February 27, 2020October 24, 2020Joe Facundo

  Special thanks goes to the late Daniel Chuong who provided key contributions to this entry. Just when you thought you caught them all, a new challenge to complete your Pokédex arises. Shiny Pokémon were first introduced in the Generation…

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PSA and KCBS-2 Examine Influx of Kobe Bryant Autographs

February 26, 2020October 23, 2020Terry Melia

PSA Authenticator Reveals Telltale Signs The tragic death of L.A. Lakers legend Kobe Bryant on January 26, 2020, shocked and saddened the nation and fans across the globe. The 41-year-old star’s unexpected passing also set off a wave of fraudulent…

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Tips for Building a Heisman Trophy Autograph Collection

January 31, 2019October 23, 2020Todd Tobias

“About four years ago, I started my quest to assemble every Heisman winner’s autograph in index card form and to have them authenticated by PSA/DNA.” – Jeff Taladay One of the greatest truths in our hobby is that collections can…

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