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How to tell real PSA Graded from fake

Photograph your PSA Graded from the right angles – the AI cross-references the key signs and returns a verdict with a confidence score. Here’s what to look at and which models get checked most.

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Key authenticity signs for PSA Graded

  • Card stock and thickness
  • Print quality (rosette dot pattern)
  • Holofoil pattern
  • Edges and cut
  • Color saturation
  • Text and fonts

Popular PSA Graded models

These models get authenticated most often.

Photo angles to capture

  1. 1 Overall view
  2. 2 Logo / tag
  3. 3 Details & stitching
  4. 4 Material

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Other trading cards brands

PSA Graded is not the only one being faked – here is what else gets checked in this category.