PSA prices for grading cards contradictions

eadams24

On this link, PSA states that, "For example, if you declare the value on a card, no matter what type of card -- star or common -- and the value is $1,200, you cannot submit that card at any other service other than Express or higher."

However, on their submission prices webpage, "Express" service is for cards with a declared value of $500 - $999. So where would the $1200 card be submitted. Aren't these contadictory?

Also, the submission prices page states that "Modern" service is for, "Cards dated 1972 and later. Cards with a declared value of under $500. Excludes autographed cards." It doesn't list where a card pre-1972 with a value below $500 should be submitted.

habs71

It would seem that the best thing for you to do is call them.



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Brunell

I see your point and I do think they are confusing with regard to the type of grading required. Other than possibly losing out on an insurance claim, is there anything preventing you from declaring the value as being less than what you think it is? I mean, we are sending these cards in for grading so we can determine the value right? I would tend to go low on my estimate for the declared value to get the best deal for grading services.

CoachTom

Part of the confusion is the new stuff for 05. It appears that some of the areas were updated and the staff did not account for the "hole" in the value of those cards.

goudeygold

I still think the pricing model is too complex. 52 and earlier needs to be one price under 1000 in declared value. 53-72 can be another bracket up to 1,000. then 72 to present up to 1,000. then just lump everything from 1,000 to 5,000 in one price point, then 5,000-25,000 in another, then 25,000 and up. Thats it. For a company that is so big, you would think they would check their pricing to make sure there weren't any "holes".

But i still don't see why it cost more to grade a 52 over a 53, or a 72 over a 73. must be simply profit maximizing due to the popularity of the 52 topps set. But it's not my business.

GG