PSA v SGC value

[mq711]

Until their new tux slab came out, I always thought SGC grade a point above PSA; meaning a PSA 6 =‘SGC 7 and with that scale their prices were very similar .

[jchcollins]

Originally Posted by mq711

Until their new tux slab came out, I always thought SGC grade a point above PSA; meaning a PSA 6 =‘SGC 7 and with that scale their prices were very similar .

If anything, SGC is slightly tougher on vintage now than PSA is. Certainly they are noticeably tougher on centering just in the last 2-3 years.

[Dead-Ball-Hitter]

Like many here, I've been collecting for about 40 yrs. I've been submitting cards for grading since 2000. Sent many to SGC, PSA, and Beckett. I've always liked SGC the best, both for the looks of the slab and the service.

Having said that, for cards that have a similar eye appeal and carry the same grade, PSA always sells higher. Low population or highly sought after cards will sell high, regardless of the slab. See the Kobe Bryant in its BGS holder that sold last week for $2M.