What does N0 (N-Zero) stand for? Just "Authentic"?

schr1st

I was looking up a couple of PSA/DNA graded cards that had "Authentic" rather than a grade on the cards. While checking the cert #'s, I noticed that for a grade, they came up as N0. Can someone confirm that it is just the standard "Authentic" tag? I'm always a bit concerned when buying any PSA/DNA cards that are just "Authentic", as I worry that they might be altered cards featuring authentic autographs. If anyone can confrime what N0 stands for, it would be most appreciated.

jrdolan

I am curious about these non-graded "Authentic" auto cards. I have a 1973 Topps card signed by Johnny Bench in a PSA/DNA "Authentic" holder, but no grade. I have seen many vintage auto cards with grades, however.

Maybe you have to ask for a grade and pay an extra $10 for that service in addition to the auto authentication. Since the grade would really mean "if this card didn't have writing on it," I can see why auto collectors wouldn't want to spring for the extra $10, especially if it's less than NM to begin with.