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Cards Mania Has a New Home: Visit Us at cardsmania.fun 🚀

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We’ve Moved Home! 👋 Dear collectors and cardboard connoisseurs, Cards Mania just leveled up. We’ve moved to our own shiny domain: cardsmania.fun . Why the move? Faster reads - less waiting, more ripping. Cleaner layout - your eyes and your PC will thank you. More content - guides, tips, market talk, and a sprinkle of hobby humor. What should you do? Bookmark cardsmania.fun Subscribe on the new site to catch fresh posts Tell a friend who still ships raw cards in a plain envelope Thank you for reading, trading, grading, and geeking out with us. Same Cards Mania energy, new address. See you at cardsmania.fun ! P.S. The blog here stays as an archive, but all new posts live at our new home.
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Unveiling the Mystery Behind Grading: How Are Trading Cards Graded?

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Trading cards have become a multimillion-dollar industry, with rare cards selling for record-breaking prices. But beneath the surface of the hobby, whispers of manipulation and grading bias have sparked discussions—and some controversy. In this post, we explore how grading works, why it matters, and whether conspiracy theories hold any weight. The Grading Process: An Overview Grading companies like PSA, BGS, and SGC evaluate cards based on: Centering: How balanced the card’s image and borders are. Corners: Are the corners sharp and intact? Edges: Clean, chip-free edges are essential. Surface: Free from scratches, stains, or factory defects. How the Grading Process Works Submission: You mail cards in protective sleeves with a submission form. Pre-Screening: Cards are checked for visible shipping damage. Inspection: Experts evaluate card condition under lighting and magnificatio...
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