Is PSA 7 a bad grade?
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A PSA 7 is considered a respectable, "Near Mint" grade, but its desirability depends heavily on the card's age and rarity. It is by no means a "bad" grade, as it represents a card in very good condition with only minor imperfections.
Is PSA grade 7 good?
NM 7: NEAR MINT
A PSA NM 7 is a card with just a slight surface wear visible upon close inspection. There may be slight fraying on some corners. Picture focus may be slightly out-of-register. A minor printing blemish is acceptable.
What condition is PSA 7?
A PSA 7 grade indicates that the card is in very good condition with minor signs of wear. The card may show some small scratches, minor stains, or slight edge wear, but these imperfections are typically subtle and do not significantly affect its overall quality.
Is PSA 7 mint?
Near Mint or NM (PSA 7 or SGC 84):
A NM card will look virtually new at first glance. However, upon closer examination, there may be slight fuzziness to the corners, minor color or print imperfections and the centering must still be 65/35 or better all around.
What is a PSA 7 quality?
A PSA 7 may have surface wear like minor fraying or a small printing blemish and might be off-centered. A PSA 6 may have more visible surface wear or a printing defect that doesn't detract from the overall appeal—more visible fraying, rounding of corners, or a light scratch.
Pokemon PSA Grading Standards 1-10 Showcasing the Difference in each Graded Card. Poor - Gem Mint 10
Should I worry about a PSA level of 7?
Key takeaways: Elevated PSA levels can sometimes be a sign of prostate cancer. You will need additional testing if you're older than 60 with a PSA above 4.0, or if you're younger than 60 with a PSA above 2.5. Talk to your doctor about the benefits of prostate cancer screening.
Why did I get a PSA 7?
The most common cause of elevated PSA is prostate cancer. However, PSA levels increase with age and can reflect different conditions that affect the prostate. Other conditions or factors that may raise your PSA level include: Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
Can a PSA 7 have a crease?
Even a light crease will usually result in a grade no higher than PSA 6.
What is a heavily played PSA grade?
PSA 3 – Very Good: Heavier wear, more significant creasing, and corner damage, but the card still retains some of its appeal. PSA 2 – Good: Significant damage, including heavy creasing, staining, or surface wear. The card is heavily played. PSA 1 – Poor: Severe damage, including tears, stains, or heavy creasing.
Is PSA grading harder now?
“I've noticed that PSA has been a little tougher, especially on bigger cards like Jordans,” said Joe Pankiewicz, who was a professional grader at SGC for years and has been a dealer for decades. “It seems like it's a little harder to get 8s, 9s and 10s than it used to.
Is PSA 8 good condition?
A PSA NM-MT 8 is a super high-end card that appears Mint 9 at first glance, but upon closer inspection, the card can exhibit the following: a very slight wax stain on reverse, slightest fraying at one or two corners, a minor printing imperfection, and/or slightly off-white borders.
Is PSA 10 the highest grade?
10 is the highest overall grade a sports card can receive, though BGS also offers a Black Label Pristine 10, which means the card received a 10 for all four subgrades. While a Black Label Pristine 10 and PSA 10 are the highest grades a card can obtain, other grades are still valuable.
What is the danger zone for PSA?
PSA levels over 10.0 ng/mL are in a high-risk zone and could be a sign of prostate cancer.
Does GameStop buy PSA 7?
What kind of cards does GameStop accept? We accept official PSA graded trading cards with the Lighthouse label. Our team is trained to analyze PSA graded cards for authenticity and to offer cash or in-store credit on cards rated 8,9, or 10.
Is PSA 8 considered near Mint?
NM-MT 8: NEAR MINT-MINT
A PSA NM-MT 8 is a super high-end card that appears Mint 9 at first glance, but upon closer inspection, the card can exhibit the following: a very slight wax stain on reverse, slightest fraying at one or two corners, a minor printing imperfection, and/or slightly off-white borders.
What does heavily played look like?
Heavily Played (HP)
Edges and corners show major wear and whitening. Moderate to major (over ½” in length) bends and creases are possible. The face and back have major scratches, scuff marks, dents and dirt buildup. There is major whitening and cloudiness on the face and back.
Why are PSA 10 so rare?
Poor centering can lead to the exposure of white borders, which can negatively impact the card's grade. This level of precision requires near-perfect printing and cutting during the manufacturing process, making PSA 10 cards inherently rare.
Why is PSA no longer grading outside the US?
The card grading service PSA will no longer take direct submissions from outside the US in response to the Trump administration's new far-reaching tariffs. In an update on Wednesday, PSA says it's “reluctantly taking these measures to protect our international customers from significant tariff expenses.”
What does a PSA of 7 mean?
Men with a PSA level between 4 and 10 (often called the “borderline range”) have about a 1 in 4 chance of having prostate cancer. If the PSA is more than 10, the chance of having prostate cancer is over 50%.
Should I double sleeve for PSA?
Overall, I'd recommend double-sleeving your cards, it greatly improves their protection and perfect fit sleeves aren't too pricey. You never know what a card might be worth in 2 years time or when a card might jump in value.
Do fingerprints affect PSA grading?
One fingerprint could cost you a PSA ten. A couple of good practices I always recommend washing our hands. A lot of the time our hands have oils on them. Those can actually get off onto the cards and then that could actually cause you you know from getting a PSA ten.
How to get PSA levels down?
Some suggestions include reducing fat intake, drinking in moderation and eating more fruits and vegetables. It's worth considering specific dietary additions or substitutions. Omega-3 fatty acids, for instance, are found in cold-water fish and some nuts, and may reduce your risk of getting prostate cancer.
Can a PSA test be wrong?
Many men wonder what can skew a PSA test. Many factors like age and race can influence a man's baseline PSA levels. Medications, infections, digital rectal exams, and other things can temporarily skew PSA results to be higher or lower than baseline. An MRI scan helps create a more complete picture of prostate health.
How long to avoid exercise before a PSA test?
Vigorous exercise – Activities that raise your heart rate like cycling may raise your PSA level for a few days. So it's a good idea to avoid vigorous exercise for 48 hours before the blood test. Ejaculation – You should avoid any sexual activity that leads to ejaculation in the 48 hours before a PSA blood test.