WHO ARE WE
Welcome to LCS Grading, the innovative leader in sports trading card grading. At LCS Grading, we harness the power of cutting-edge AI technology to provide fast, accurate, and reliable card grading services. But we don’t stop there. We’re reimagining the grading experience by partnering with your Local Card Shop (LCS) to bring grading services directly to your community. Our mission is to make card grading accessible, transparent, and instantaneous.
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Our advanced AI system analyzes every card with precision, leveraging high-speed processing and error reduction to deliver consistent and fair grades. By minimizing subjectivity, our technology ensures that each card is evaluated with unmatched accuracy and objectivity.
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No more waiting weeks for your cards to be graded and returned. Visit your local card shop, have your cards graded in person, and leave with your graded cards the same day. This hands-on approach not only saves time but also enhances trust by allowing you to witness the grading process firsthand, ensuring complete transparency and eliminating the uncertainties associated with traditional mail-in services.
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We believe in supporting the community by working hand-in-hand with local card shops, forming partnerships that benefit everyone involved. By collaborating with LCS Grading, shops gain access to cutting-edge technology and additional foot traffic, while collectors enjoy a convenient, trustworthy grading experience in their local community.
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Watch the grading process happen in real time. Our technology ensures every step is clear and visible to you, leaving no room for doubt. From scanning the card to analyzing its edges, corners, surface, and centering, each stage is displayed on-screen so you can see exactly how the grade is determined.
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By eliminating shipping and handling fees, which can average $15–$25 per order, and reducing wait times from weeks to just minutes, we’re saving you time and money while delivering an unparalleled experience.
WHY LCS GRADING IS DIFFERENT
OUR MODERN CARD-GRADING STANDARD
Establishing a standard for card grading using AI and incorporating a system of nine subgrades ensures a comprehensive and accurate evaluation of modern cards from 1990 to the present. This method prioritizes precision and impartiality by leveraging technology in the grading process.
Subgrades Structure
The grading system comprises nine subgrades: four for the front and four for the back, specifically addressing centering, corners, edges, and surface quality.
Weighting System
The overall grade is heavily weighted towards the front of the card, reflecting its higher visual impact on the card's value and desirability.
Size Grade
A separate subgrade evaluates the card’s size, ensuring adherence to standard dimensions, which affects the overall integrity of the card.
AI Integration
The grading process will employ advanced AI algorithms to analyze visual data and detect imperfections, ensuring unbiased assessments.
Computer Programs
Alongside AI, specialized computer programs will assist in grading by automating calculations and comparisons against established benchmarks.
Modern Card Focus
The grading system specifically targets modern cards, acknowledging the evolution of card production techniques since 1990
Unbiased Approach
Utilizing technology enhances the objectivity of the grading process, reducing potential biases associated with human graders.
Accuracy Focus
The combined use of AI and computer programs aims to minimize human error, contributing to the reliability of the grading results.
Future Adaptability
This standard sets the groundwork for evolving grading practices, allowing for integration of new technologies and revising methodologies as needed.
JOIN THE REVOLUTION
Experience the future of card grading with LCS Grading. Visit your local card shop today and discover how we’re changing the way trading cards are graded.