Card Condition

November 5, 2026

How to read surface grades and print defects before you submit a card

Surface is often the most heavily weighted grading criterion, so learn to spot scratches, print lines, and gloss flaws under angled light before you pay to grade.

Card Condition

October 25, 2026

How to spot a trimmed card before you submit it for grading

Trimming removes original edges to hide wear or improve centering, and a few simple checks can reveal it before you pay for grading.