PSA PSA - Professional Sports Authenticator Card Submission and Registry 2

Question 1

What is the primary benefit of holding a PSA membership for collectors?

Accepted Answer

Access to submission services, reduced rates, and the PSA Set Registry

Answer

PSA membership unlocks submission access, discounted grading rates, and participation in the competitive PSA Set Registry.

Question 2

What does PSA's 'Economy' service level offer compared to standard service?

Accepted Answer

Longer turnaround time in exchange for lower per-card fees

Answer

PSA's Economy service offers lower per-card costs in exchange for a significantly longer estimated turnaround time.

Question 3

What happens to a card submitted to PSA that is determined to be altered?

Accepted Answer

It is returned ungraded with an 'Altered' notation on the label

Answer

Cards deemed altered are returned to the submitter ungraded with a label indicating PSA's alteration finding.

Question 4

What PSA account type is designed for businesses submitting cards at wholesale-level pricing?

Accepted Answer

Dealer or corporate accounts

Answer

PSA offers dealer and corporate accounts that provide volume-based wholesale pricing structures for businesses submitting large quantities.

Question 5

What is the declared value on a PSA submission form used for?

Accepted Answer

Calculating insurance coverage while the card is in PSA's custody

Answer

The declared value is used to calculate insurance coverage while the card is in PSA's possession during transit and grading.

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