Standards
The MAG Grading Standard
A transparent 10-point scale with 0.5 increments — 19 distinct grades. Every card is assessed on four subgrades: centering, corners, edges, and surface.
The process
01
Arrival & Research
Cards are unboxed under surveillance, logged, and researched.
02
Authentication & Grading
AI pre-screen + trained grader assess all four subgrades.
03
Imaging & Sealing
High-res photography, then sonically sealed in UV-resistant holder.
04
QA & Shipping
Final quality check, securely packed, shipped back.
Grade scale
View all 19 grades →10MAG PerfectVirtually flawless in all aspects · Investment grade; museum quality
9.5MAG EliteNear-perfect with minimal imperfections · Premium investment piece
9MAG PrimeExcellent condition with very minor flaws · High-end collectible
8.5MAG SuperiorOutstanding with slight imperfections · Quality collectible
8MAG ChoiceVery good condition with minor wear · Solid collectible
7.5MAG SelectAbove average with noticeable minor flaws · Good display piece
Grade equivalency
Industry Comparison
See how MAG grades compare to PSA and CGC grading scales:
| MAG Grade | MAG Label | PSA Equivalent | CGC Equivalent | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | MAG Perfect | 10 - Gem Mint | 10 - Pristine | Virtually flawless |
| 9.5 | MAG Elite | 10 - Gem Mint | 9.5 - Gem Mint | PSA has no 9.5 |
| 9 | MAG Prime | 9 - Mint | 9 - Mint | — |
| 8.5 | MAG Superior | 9 - Mint | 8.5 - NM/Mint+ | PSA has no 8.5 |
| 8 | MAG Choice | 8 - NM-MT | 8 - NM/Mint | — |
| 7.5 | MAG Select | 8 - NM-MT | 7.5 - VF+ | PSA has no 7.5 |
| 7 | MAG Standard | 7 - NM | 7 - VF | — |
| 6.5 | MAG Fair | 7 - NM | 6.5 - FN+ | PSA has no 6.5 |
| 6 | MAG Acceptable | 6 - EX-MT | 6 - FN | — |
| 5 | MAG Damaged | 5 - EX | 5 - VG/FN | — |
Important Notes:
- • PSA uses a simpler 1-10 scale without half-grades above 8
- • CGC offers half-grades throughout their scale, similar to MAG
- • MAG's geometric mean calculation may result in different final grades than PSA/CGC for cards with uneven subgrades
- • This comparison is approximate; each grading company has unique standards
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Centering tolerances, defect glossary, and all 19 grades.