This isn't exactly breaking news, but PSA made some under-the-radar changes to its grading standards recently. In particular, PSA tightened up its centering criteria, which lagged against other major graders. A consideration of the implications of this major change is...
Most collectors know that 2024 was a record year for the card grading industry. While the biggest gains were in TCG (Pokemon etc.), modern and vintage sports also broke volume records. With the COVID collecting boom in the rearview, these numbers are impressive. Can...
If you're an SGC grading regular, this SGC Grading Updates post is for you. Bookmark it and check back any time you have a question. It will be updated frequently as needed. The SGC message boards are often flooded with the same few questions asked over and over...
Spring Auction season is just around the corner! Although these days, "auction season" runs year-round, as seen here on our Vintage Sports Cards Auction Calendar. Whether you are an auction rookie or an experienced pro, planning is everything. So let's talk about some...
Are you looking for an easy way to sell your entire collection for a competitive price to a trustworthy buyer? The Cardhound Vintage Dealer Network is your one-stop shop. The Cardhound Vintage Collector's Club (Join Today!) features a network of about 20 established...
In honor of Black History Month, enjoy a slide show featuring vintage cards and collectibles of Negro League players. Some are well-known and Hall of Famers. Others are obscure except to those who study the history. Cuban-issued cards depicting players in winter...
Collectors know that finding a nice holder for 1952-56 Topps cards is a challenge. Enter a new option from Pro-Mold, the EZ-Snap 4th gen card holder. Pro-Mold was kind enough to send us a box full of goodies to be used for Cardhound promos, so be on the lookout! How...
When perusing eBay you might notice some great deals on "Beckett" 9 and 10-grade cards with the "BCCG" label. What was BCCG grading service and what do you need to know before buying a BCCG graded card? There are some important differences between BCCG and regular...
Have you ever wondered what steps your cards travel through when sent in for grading? How long does it take to grade a card? How many cards does one grader process in a typical day? I have always been curious about the exact process, and talked to a couple of present...
It's a question that floods vintage forums everywhere: "Who should I use to grade my vintage cards? PSA or SGC?" If you are a seasoned collector you probably have a preference. But you also know that there's not necessarily a right or wrong answer. Will CGC grow...
