CENTERING
The printed design’s position within the card borders is considered from the front and back.
AXG / GRADING STANDARDS
Condition,
examined clearly.
Each card is visually inspected across centering, corners, edges and surface. The final grade reflects the card as a whole.
THE FOUR DISCIPLINES
One card. Four areas.
These descriptions explain the inspection framework without promising a grade from any single characteristic.
CORNERS
Corner shape, points and visible wear are inspected for consistency and integrity.
EDGES
The perimeter is examined for chipping, whitening, print wear and other visible changes.
SURFACE
Front and back surfaces are checked for scratches, dents, print defects and other visible characteristics.
AXG SCALE
A 1–10 grading scale.
Finalized records display the overall numeric grade and grade label, including GEM MINT where assigned. When subgrades exist, they are shown on the certificate record.
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Grades use half-point increments where applicable. A physical card must be inspected by AXG before a grade can be assigned.