PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)
4.0(500 on Various)
The Global Gold Standard in Card Grading
1-10 ScaleEst. 1991USA (UK via Collectable Power)
About PSA
PSA is the world's largest and most recognised card grading service. While based in the USA, UK collectors can submit through Collectable Power, the only UK middleman offering zero upfront cost. PSA graded cards command the highest premiums on the secondary market, making them the go-to choice for high-value cards where maximum resale value is the priority.
Pricing & Turnaround
| Tier | Price | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
Value (via Collectable Power)Best Value | From £20 | 65+ business days |
Regular | From £35 | 30 business days |
Express | From £75 | 10 business days |
Unique Features
- World's most recognised grading brand
- PSA graded cards command highest market premiums
- UK submissions via Collectable Power (zero upfront cost)
- Largest population database for price comparison
- Universally accepted by collectors and dealers worldwide
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Highest resale value premiums of any grading service
- Most recognised and trusted brand globally
- Largest population database for market comparison
- UK submission through Collectable Power with no upfront cost
- Universally accepted by all dealers and auction houses
Cons
- Most expensive option for UK collectors
- Long turnaround times due to international shipping
- No direct UK office - must use dealer middleman
- International shipping adds risk and delay
Customer Highlights
PSA 10s command the best prices when selling
The gold standard that every collector recognises
Collectable Power makes UK submission hassle-free
Grading Criteria
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