The process

Four steps. One defensible result.

Our workflow is designed to be careful, repeatable, and easy to follow.

01

Intake & identity

We record the submission, identify the issue, and establish a chain-of-custody record.

02

Physical examination

Trained reviewers assess centering, corners, edges, surface, print quality, and structural condition.

03

Review & scoring

Observations are translated into category scores using the published grading framework.

04

Certification & record

The final grade is assigned, the card receives a unique certification number, and its public verification record is prepared.

Important: A grade describes condition. Authenticity and altered-card determinations are separate findings and are reported independently.