I’m not certain where the concept of “turnaround time” was born. But I’m sure it was during a time of calm and manageable demand because the notion of turnaround time ignores fluctuations in demand. What’s the turnaround time on the…
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All-Time Top 5 PSA-Certified Pokémon Cards Sold at Auction
As we celebrate the 25th year of Pokémon, TCG collectors worldwide have witnessed the growth of the franchise. No one could have predicted its cultural impact and the phenomenon we are seeing today. The influence of the franchise has…
Black History Month: Saluting MLB Pioneers
Giving credit where credit is due In celebration of Black History Month, PSA would like to honor and acknowledge those ballplayers who broke the color barrier for each of Major League Baseball’s first 16 teams – eight American League teams and…
PSA Collector Guide | Pikachu Card Values
Pokémon introduced us to nearly 900 monsters since its debut in 1996, but through 25 years there is one that always comes to mind when thinking about the TCG. If you’re new to Pokémon, I could give you a…
PSA Celebrates Pokémon’s 25th Anniversary!
This month, Pokémon is celebrating its Silver 25th Anniversary and PSA is applauding the TCG’s popularity with a “Poké-Month” assortment of giveaways. Throughout February, PSA is offering a sweepstakes contest sponsored by Troll and Toad, multiple blog entries to…
Five Notable PSA-Certified Sports Cards Sold in 2020
There’s no doubt about it; 2020 will always be remembered for the catastrophic COVID-19 global pandemic. But when it comes to the sports collectibles arena, last year will be recalled for the unprecedented card prices realized at auctions and through…
Patrick Mahomes Card Values | PSA Collector Guide
In a very short time, Patrick Mahomes II established himself as one of the superstars of the NFL. He is the product of a talented bloodline, the son of Pat Mahomes, Sr., who had an 11-year pitching career in…
Three Card Sales in 2020 That Shook the TCG Market
There’s no denying it; the fallout from 2020 was unanticipated for all, especially for collectors. There was no telling where the card market was headed during a global pandemic. Trading Card Games (TCG) have been on a gradual rise…
Paying Tribute to Five Legends Lost in 2020
This year has brought countless challenges to all of us. We continue to fight against a global pandemic, still wear protective masks, and do our best to practice social distancing. We’ve curtailed travel plans until further notice, learned how to…
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The PSA website is loaded with fantastic hobby content. You can find information on PSA services, manage your inventory on the PSA Set Registry, look up the latest Auction Prices Realized, access our Dealer Directory or past episodes of the The…