Collectors occasionally misunderstand the declared value portion of PSA’s online submission forms. The concept, however, is rather straightforward. Declared value is simply the estimated value of a card or piece of memorabilia after it has been graded by PSA. It…
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Record Price Established for PSA 10 MTG Black Lotus Card
Magic: The Gathering was one of the first major trading card games to surface and since its debut 27 years ago, it has continued to reach new milestones as a premier hobby collectible. Everyone in the Magic community knows…
With Shortage of Card Savers, PSA Now Temporarily Accepting Top Loaders
Did anyone else notice a scarcity of something beyond toilet paper since the start of the pandemic? If you’re a card collector, a unique shortage presented itself within the collectibles industry: Card Savers. That’s right, the preferred packaging method when…
Understanding PSA’s ‘Minimum Grade’
When trading cards are submitted for grading to PSA, the best results are typically found in well-planned submissions. Pre-screening your own cards and understanding the different grading options can be very helpful. Along the way a handful of decisions…
Fran Tarkenton Card Values | PSA Collector Guide
Former NFL signal-caller Fran Tarkenton played in an era that wasn’t known for featuring 6’ 5” quarterbacks. Standing six feet tall, Tarkenton was a proficient passer but an even better improviser. Many times, “The Scrambler” went into full throttle…
How to Mail Your Cards in to PSA
Even a quick look into the trading card hobby reveals the popularity of cards that have been graded by PSA. There are many reasons to submit your cards for grading: protecting the cards; maximizing their value; and sharing your…
Tony Dorsett Card Values | PSA Collector Guide
Speed, agility, strength, power and elusiveness are all important qualities for any running back who hopes to become a Hall of Famer some day. These characteristics defined the rushing traits exhibited on any given Sunday by former Dallas Cowboys…
Should I Get My Trading Cards Graded?
Should I get my cards graded by an independent third-party grader? And if so, which ones? You may have asked yourself these questions or heard your collector friends pose the same questions. Of course, the answer is entirely dependent…
Journey of a PSA Card
This entry was updated on Sept. 11, 2020. The journey of a card sent to PSA to be authenticated and graded shouldn’t be a mysterious one. And when the card in question is YOUR card, a little more crystal-clear…
Dick Butkus Card Values | PSA Collector Guide
Even when he entered this world 77 years ago, Dick Butkus made his presence felt. The youngest of eight children born in Chicago to Lithuanian parents John and Emma Butkus, he weighed 13 pounds, six ounces upon entrance. Growing…