Cross Over Q

mnstortuga

I recently picked up a few SGC graded cards because they seemed like "bargins"...What should I expect for cross over results? A few people have told me it varies but they are pretty even on cards with no half grades.

wolfbear

As long as the centering is within PSA's guidelines, you shouldn't have a problem.

Bosox1976

Yes - centering is the key, and do not assume that SGC's half grades will always equal a bump when crossing to PSA. They seem to grade similarly on corners and edges - for surface defects and centering PSA uses qualifiers as opposed to SGC's lower grades - so be mindful.

Ultimately, PSA has very explanatory grading guidelines which are adhered to admirably. While the occasionaly "slider" happens (and seem to be sniffed out and chastised on these boards), PSA is consistent.

I have crossed 20 or so SGC's to PSA's - most have stayed the same or gone up a half grade, but most were handpicked for this purpose. I've currently got 5 crossover attempts en route to PSA, including a Mantle, a Koufax, and a Maris.

mnstortuga

Thanks guys...I'm afraid of the centering issue for the two key cards I bought (Mays & Ford) but the price was far enough below what I've seen in PSA lately.

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BearCollector

Personally, I've had great (albeit limited) success with SGC crossovers, even occasionally getting a grade increase. I would feel pretty secure with an SGC grade.

JMS318

What about BGS crossovers??? I have a ton of BGS Donruss.

Thanks,
Joe