WELCOME TO LCS GRADING
LOCAL CARD SHOP 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.
LCS GRADING IS NOT JUST ANOTHER GRADING COMPANY.
We’re a disruptor in the sports trading card industry, changing the game in ways that benefit collectors, dealers, and hobbyists alike:
AI-Powered Accuracy
Our advanced AI system analyzes every card with precision, ensuring consistent and fair grades every time.
In-Person Grading
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.
Local Partnerships
We believe in supporting the community by working hand-in-hand with local card shops, strengthening the connection between collectors and their favorite stores.
Transparency You Can Trust
Watch the grading process happen in real time. Our technology ensures every step is clear and visible to you, leaving no room for doubt.
Cost-Effective Convenience
By eliminating shipping and handling fees and reducing wait times, we’re saving you time and money while delivering an unparalleled experience.
OUR VISION
At LCS Grading, we’re passionate about revolutionizing the card grading industry. Our goal is to create a seamless, community-driven service that empowers collectors and dealers to trust and enjoy the grading process like never before.
TESTIMONIALS
★★★★★
“Getting my cards graded at my local shop is so much easier than mailing them out. I love walking out with slabs the same day.”
Mark T.
★★★★★
“The slabs look great, the grading feels fair, and the online lookup gives me extra confidence when I trade.”
David M.
★★★★★
“The AI scan shows every detail, but the final grade still feels human and reasonable. It’s the best of both worlds.”
Jeff K.
HOW LCS GRADING WORKS
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Bring your cards to a participating Local Card Shop equipped with an LCS Grading scanner. Our model is built around in-person grading so you stay close to your collection at all times.
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Each card is scanned using high-definition, multi-angle imaging that captures centering, corners, edges, and surface, front and back. Automated measurement tools and multi-spectral imaging help detect flaws and alterations that are hard to see with the naked eye.
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Our system uses AI to apply a consistent grading standard designed for modern cards (1990–present), with nine subgrades that heavily weight the front of the card while also evaluating card size for authenticity and integrity. An experienced reviewer verifies the result for accuracy and fairness.
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Approved cards are encapsulated in a secure slab with a custom label and a unique certification number. That number lets you look up the grade details and subgrades online for added trust and transparency.
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Because everything happens at the shop, there’s no shipping, no long delays, and no wondering where your cards are. You see the process, approve your order with the shop, and leave with your graded cards.
WHAT WE GRADE
Sports Training Cards
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Topps Baseball Cards – Official MLB license.
Bowman Baseball Cards – Focus on prospects and rookies.
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Panini NBA Cards – Official NBA license with popular series like Prizm and National Treasures.
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Panini NFL Cards – Official NFL cards including sets like Donruss and Select.
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Upper Deck NHL Cards – Officially licensed NHL trading cards, including flagship Upper Deck and SP Authentic.
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Upper Deck Golf Cards – Includes sets featuring iconic players like Tiger Woods.
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Panini FIFA World Cup Cards – Official FIFA World Cup trading cards and stickers.
Topps MLS Cards – Licensed Major League Soccer cards.
Topps UEFA Champions League Cards – Cards featuring top European club teams.
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Panini UFC Cards – Official UFC license offering series like Prizm and Select
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Ace Authentic Tennis Cards – Focused on tennis stars past and present.
Upper Deck Serena Williams Cards – Featured in some Upper Deck multi-sport products.
Entertainment Trading Cards
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Topps Star Wars Cards
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Upper Deck Marvel Cards.
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Topps Disney Collectibles.
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Panini Harry Potter Cards.
Trading Card Games
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Wizards of the Coast.
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The Pokémon Company International.
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Konami.
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Bushiroad.
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Bandai.
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Bandai.
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Legend Story Studios.
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MetaZoo Games.
ABOUT US
LCS Grading was built by collectors, shop owners, and technologists who believed card grading should be fast, transparent, and rooted in the local hobby community.
Instead of sending your cards off to a distant warehouse, we power the grading experience inside the places you already trust: your Local Card Shops.
We combine advanced scanning, AI-driven analysis, and human verification with a grading philosophy that puts real-world eye appeal first. Our goal is simple: help you protect, understand, and maximize the value of your collection—without ever losing sight of the fun of the hobby.
FOR LOCAL CARD SHOPS & INDUSTRY PARTNERS
LCS Grading is built to live inside the hobby, not outside it. We’re actively partnering with trusted brick-and-mortar Local Card Shops that already have a reputation for great customer service and a strong presence in the collecting community. By hosting an LCS Grading scanner, your shop becomes a destination for in-person, same-day grading using advanced imaging and AI standards.
We also collaborate with: Local Card Shop Partnerships
Auction houses and consignors
Dealers who travel to shows and conventions
Influencers and respected voices in the hobby who want to promote reliable grading
If you’re interested in bringing LCS Grading into your shop or event, we’d love to explore how we can work together.
JOIN THE LCS GRADING TEAM AS A BRAND AMBASSADOR
Are you active in the hobby, creating content, or building a strong following in the sports card or TCG space?
LCS Grading is looking for brand ambassadors who believe in fast, accurate, and transparent grading. Here’s what we’re offering:
Complimentary Card Grading: As a potential partner, you’ll receive card grading services at no cost to you.
Collaborative Growth: By working together, we can help promote each other’s brands. Our goal is to create a win-win partnership where your influence helps us grow, and we, in turn, provide value to you and your audience.
Future Opportunities: As we continue to grow, there may be potential for expanded sponsorship opportunities and further collaboration down the line.
If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, we’d love to hear from you! Please share your social media profile and contact information so we can evaluate how we can work together. While we can’t promise anything upfront, we’re eager to explore how we can help each other succeed.
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No. LCS Grading is designed to operate inside partner Local Card Shops so you can submit, watch, and pick up your cards in person.
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Turnaround times vary by shop and demand, but many submissions are completed the same day—or even during a single visit.
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We focus on modern sports, entertainment, and TCG cards (such as baseball, basketball, football, Pokémon, Magic, and more). Check the latest list on our site or ask your local shop.
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No. AI helps analyze each card with consistent standards, but every final grade is reviewed by a trained human for accuracy.
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Use the certification number on the slab to look up the card on our website and confirm details, grade, and legitimacy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
More questions?
Still have questions about grading, pricing, or partnering with LCS Grading?
We’re happy to help—reach out and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Phone: (516) 208-7120
Email: info@lcsgrading.com
SEE LCS GRADING IN ACTION
CONTACT US
Email: info@lcsgrading.com
Phone: (516) 208-7120
Location
LCS Grading
450 Sunrise Hwy, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
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.