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TOP TIER GRADING WHERE CARDS BEOME CLASSICS. * Pricing * The Basics * Submissions * About Us * FAQs * TT Treasures * Contact Us * Mission * Blog * Reviews * Cards of Kindness * Cards For Sale * Youth Cards * … * Pricing * The Basics * Submissions * About Us * FAQs * TT Treasures * Contact Us * Mission * Blog * Reviews * Cards of Kindness * Cards For Sale * Youth Cards * 0 CONTACT US TOP TIER GRADING WHERE CARDS BEOME CLASSICS. * Pricing * The Basics * Submissions * About Us * FAQs * TT Treasures * Contact Us * Mission * Blog * Reviews * Cards of Kindness * Cards For Sale * Youth Cards * … * Pricing * The Basics * Submissions * About Us * FAQs * TT Treasures * Contact Us * Mission * Blog * Reviews * Cards of Kindness * Cards For Sale * Youth Cards * 0 CONTACT US * TOP TIER GRADING SPORTS CARD GRADING FINALLY GOT IN THE GAME. SPECIALIZED, TARGETED GRADING THAT IS AFFORDABLE, TRANSPARENT AND DONE IN A WEEK (WITH NO UPCHARGE). PLUS...GET YOUR FIRST CARD GRADING FOR FREE! No forms. No hidden fees. No foolishness. Standard Grading (10 Card Minimum) $10 per card * SUBMISSION Our most affordable card grading option. Standard Grading AI with Human Confirmation No Sub-Grades Online Scans Online Evaluation Form 7 Day Turn-Around 10 Card Minimum MOST POPULAR Enhanced Grading (Single Card) $15 per card * SUBMISSION Enhanced Grading Sub-Grades Online Scans Enhanced Detail Online Evaluation Form 7 Day Turn-Around Up to 99 Cards $15 or 10% of DV* Large Bulk Grading (100+ Cards) $8 per card * SUBMISSION This is for stores and/or collectors with orders of 100 cards or more. Standard Grading AI with Human Conf No Sub-Grades Online Scans Online Evaluation Form Turn-Around TBD * THE BASICS WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EVERY TOP TIER GRADING SERVICE? THE HUMAN TOUCH HANDS-ON MEANS HANDS-ON Call us old-school if you want, but here at TTG, we believe the eyes and hands of a real person will always outpace any of the latest and greatest technological fluff. That's why we double up, with AI Assisted grading, the Human Confirmation. Hal, stop messing with the wi-fi... WEIGHT & MEASURES SIZE MATTERS Well...and so does weight. OK, so we like to weigh your card and verify all the dimensions. Just one more little thing that could turn into a big thing if authentication comes into play. ONLINE ASSETS FOR YOUR EYES ONLY Pictures of your card when it arrives, scans of it before it leaves, and scans of your detailed Evaluation Form with all the juicy details, accessible via custom QR Code. NO MEMBERSHIP EXCLUSIVELY NON-EXCLUSIVE Lots of other grading services make you join some sort of club and pay a membership fee to get their best service. We happen to think that you deserve our best, regardless. Can I get an "amen"? 7-DAY TURN AROUND THE WAITING IS THE HARDEST PART When the big boys of card grading have posted a whopping 65-day standard turnaround, then something's wrong in the world. If we can't get your card done in a week, then we ain't trying hard enough. WHITE GLOVE TREATMENT U CAN'T TOUCH THIS. Touching your Precious with our grubby little greasy fingers is THE worst thing we could do. Well, we could bite a hunk out of it...but you get the point. We don the gloves every time we make contact. * START YOUR SUBMISSION TODAY GRADING SUBMISSIONS LET'S KICK THE TIRES AND LIGHT THE FIRES! Name * Business Name (if applicable) Email * Phone * Address * Select country/region Select Your Grading Plan * Select an option Are you using your FREE FIRST Grading today? Yes! Total Number of Cards to be Graded * Rush (48-Hour) - $45/card Yes Autograph Verification - $10/card Yes Card Details Please include the following info on each card you are sending for grading: Year, Maker, Player, Card Number, Declared Value. NOTE: If you have this information in an Excel spreadsheet or Word doc, please upload it below. Card Details Upload (Excel or Word, 20MB max) Please include the following info on each card you are sending for grading: Year, Maker, Player, Card Number, Declared Value. You may upload an Excel spreadsheet or Word doc, no more than 20MB in size. If you have a larger file, please CONTACT US for assistance. Upload File Up to 20 MB Submit Your Grading Request. Yes! Download our blank Card Detail Sheet HERE. * ABOUT US TMI. BUT YOU DON'T MIND, DO YOU? Top Tier is the rookie card grading service around these parts...but we're no strangers to the love of the game. Your dedicated teammates in sports card collection, we were born out of a simple idea: to once again, make sports card grading accessible, transparent, and exciting for fans just like us. Our journey started as sports junkies and collectors, just like you, with a dream to redefine the sports card grading industry. We realized that the industry's giants had set a high bar, but it's a bar that was just too high for most of us to get to it. What was once a pastime that anyone could enjoy, had become a members-only club that didn't include us. We know we can't compete with the Goliaths, but we can do something that they won't. And that's give you an alternative way to highlight your collection, that's less about competition and exorbitant grading fees, and more about community and tradition. At Top Tier Grading, we believe every card has the potential to become a classic. Our slogan, "Where cards become classics" is more than just words to us. It's the principle that guides our hands-on approach, our meticulous attention to detail, and our relentless pursuit of transparency. We're not just grading your cards; we're crafting stories, celebrating memories, and most importantly, creating legacies that you'll pass along. Reasonable cost and swift turnaround times are more than just features at Top Tier Grading, they are commitments. We've priced our services so that every fan can afford to see their favorite card graded, and we ensure that every card sent to us gets the chance to become a classic in seven days or less. Yep...when the big boys are shutting the door on basic grading services, we're promising to get your babies graded in a week. Affordable, reliable, and personal, these are the hallmarks of the Top Tier Grading experience. We understand that collecting isn't just a hobby, but a passion, and we're here to ensure that you can pursue it without hassle or extravagance. Our personal touch, from our hands-on approach to our caring customer service, sets us apart in an industry often dominated by digital technologies and impersonal transactions. At Top Tier Grading, we're more than just a grading service—we're a part of your collection's journey, every step of the way. We are Top Tier Grading, your affordable, reliable, and personal sports card grading partner. No forms. No hidden fees. No foolishness. START YOUR SUBMISSION TODAY * FAQS IT'S LIKE WE TOTALLY READ YOUR MIND, MAN. What is Top Tier Grading, and what do you specialize in? Top Tier Grading is a small, hands-on sports card grading company that specializes in grading baseball cards printed from 1970-2000. Why would I use a specialized grader? Great question! Aside from pricing and turn times, as a specialized graded, TTG focuses all our attention, experience and knowledge on one narrow segment of collecting. We don't try to do it all...that's what the big boys are for. We just do one thing and we do it really, really well. What are your pricing options for card grading? We offer three simple, straight-forward pricing options: * Standard Grading: Priced at just $10/card, with a 10 card minimum. * Enhanced Single Card Grading: Priced at just $15/card, with a 1 card minimum. * Large Bulk Grading: Priced at just $8/card, with a 100 card minimum. Do your prices include return shipping costs? No,customers are responsible for return shipping costs. However, when you place your order, typical shipping costs will be included automatically. What are your turnaround times for grading services? Our standard turnaround time is only seven business days, pending unforeseen scenarios. What about Holidays? We observe all major Holidays so we can spend that time with our families. So those are not "business days". What does your standard grading package include? * Human Touch Grading * Coupled with AI Assist * White Glove Handling * Weights & Measures * Online Card Scans * Online Evaluation Form * QR Code Access * Archive Quality Headers * Sealed Tamper Resistant Slabs * Complete Grading Transparency * Seven Day Turn Around What do your grades mean? Like, what does a 10 involve? And a 6? And a 3? That's an amazing question, and the answer is something every collector should have a handle on. FYI, every grading company has their own "grading standards", but in general, most are similar. You can see ours in detail at THIS LINK. Wait. What is "Pristine Mint 10+"? GEM MINT HAS NEVER REALLY INDICATED A PERFECT CARD, AND THAT’S TRUE WITH ALMOST ANY CARD GRADING COMPANY. BUT IT IS VERY CLOSE. OCCASIONALLY THOUGH, WE RUN ACROSS A CARD THAT WE JUST CAN’T FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH. WE CALL IT THE “GOD CARD”. IT IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT IN EVERY GRADING CATEGORY. WE FIGURED SOMETHING LIKE THAT DESERVES SOME SORT OF RECOGNITION. HENCE...THE 10+ RATING. How can I submit my cards for grading? Easy. Just click on the green SUBMISSION button in the PRICING section, you'll be taken to our friendly ETSY page for grading orders, and follow the instructions there. No forms. No hidden fees. No foolishness. Are there any specific card conditions you do not accept for grading? We accept all cards and conditions, but our prices will remain, even if your card is deemed ungradable. What payment methods do you accept? We use ETSY checkout for all our grading transactions. How can I check the status of my grading order? TTG doesn't have a tracking process in place, mainly because we turn your cards so quickly. But if you have questions, you can CONTACT US at any time. Can I request a rush grading service for quicker results? Yes, we offer a 48-Hour Rush grading service for an additional fee of only $45. What kind of protective measures do you take for cards during the grading process? We take great care to protect your cards during the grading process. Your cards are stored in protective sleeves and handled by experienced professionals with gloved hands to minimize the risk of any damage. Can I submit cards from outside the United States for grading? At this time, TTG can only accept domestic grading requests. We cannot process any international receivables or shipments. How can I contact Top Tier Grading for additional questions or support? You can reach out to our customer support team through the CONTACT US button in the upper right corner of this page. What is the difference between Standard Grading and Enhanced Single Card Grading? * Standard Grading is a cost-effective option for submitting 10-99 cards, starting at just $10 per card. This option does not offer a Sub Grading service, and does not evaluate many of the non-Grading items on the Evaluation Form. * Enhanced Single Card Grading is designed for individual cards at a rate of only $15 per card. It does have free Sub Grading as a part of the package, as well as the full evaluation process on the Evaluation Form. There is no card minimum on this option. Do you offer authentication services for autographed cards? Yes, we offer authentication services for autographed cards, only as an add-on to grading. You can include this service with your submission to have the authenticity of the autograph verified for only an additional $10 per autograph per card. What is the process if I disagree with the grading of my card? If you disagree with the grading assigned to your card, you can request a review. Just contact us and indicate your concern. We will reply and get you to share images and/or additional information that will help us in fielding your request. Can you guarantee that a TTG grading will make my card have the same value as a PSA grading? No. And no one can. Not even PSA. The market is what the market is, and values are determined by a complex algorithm of consumer demand, grading reputation, economy, etc. But is PSA the industry standard at this time? Yes they are. That is a fact. Can I insure my cards during shipping to and from Top Tier Grading? Yes, you can choose to insure your cards duringthe shipping process. It's recommended to protect your cards in case of any unforeseen circumstances. Do you grade cards other than Baseball cards printed from 1970 to 2000? Our specialization is in baseball cards from that era. We have the greatest concentration of knowledge and experience in that area. Having said that, we might be persuaded to get out of our comfort zone. Contact Us if you have any requests like this and we'll see what we can do. What is the minimum and maximum number of cards I can submit for grading? There is no specific minimum, but we recommend submitting at least ten cards to take advantage of our Standard Grading pricing. Plus multiple card submissions saves you a ton on shipping. For submissions of 100 cards or more, please contact us in advance to ensure we can accommodate your request efficiently. There is no maximum on the number of cards though. Do you offer any special services for collectors, dealers, or organizations? Our Large Bulk Grading price is so low, we can't grade for any less. But you gotta admit...that's a heck of a price. What measures do you take to ensure the security of my cards during the grading process? We have strict security protocols in place to protect your cards. Our facility is equipped access limited to authorized personnel only. How do I figure my return shipping cost? Actually, we'll figure it for you. But if you want to have an idea ahead of time, this is it: BASE SHIPPING COSTS: * The base shipping costs for the return of your graded items are as follows: * $10 for packages weighing up to 1 pound. * An additional $10 for each additional pound above 1 pound. TOTAL RETURN SHIPPING CHARGES: * To determine your total return shipping charges, we will calculate the sum of the base shipping costs and the applicable shipping insurance costs for each graded card. And if you want to see our complete Shipping Policy, you ca view that HERE. How do I package my cards for submission? In general, you should always: 1. Put each card individually in a penny sleeve 2. Then put that in a hard sleeve 3. Then sandwich that (along with others like this) in between two pieces of stiff cardboard, cut about 1 inch larger than the dimensions of your cards. (Prob about 3X5 inches.) 4. Tape this firmly (not too tight) with masking, wrapping or blue painter's tape on all sides. Do not use duct tape. 5. Put all this in a padded envelope. 6. Mark it with DO NOT BEND all over it. 7. Seal and ship. Why should I choose Top Tier Grading over other grading companies? What a fantastic question! Top Tier Grading sets itself apart for several reasons: * Specialization: We specialize in grading baseball cards printed from 1970-2000, ensuring an in-depth understanding of these specific cards and their unique characteristics. * Hands-On Process: Our hands-on, plus AI-Assist approach to grading involves experienced professionals who carefully and consistently assess the condition of your cards, providing you with reliable and accurate grading results. * Affordable Pricing: We offer competitive pricing starting at just $10 per card, making our services accessible to collectors of all levels. * Sub Grades and Grading Evaluation Form: Our Enhanced Grading package which is only $15 per card, includes free sub grades and a detailed Grading Evaluation Form, providing you with a comprehensive assessment of your card's condition. * Timely Turnaround: With a standard turnaround time of just seven business days (pending unforeseen scenarios), we prioritize efficiency but never compromise on the quality of our grading. Compared with 60 days (or more) from the Goliaths, it's a blink of an eye. * Personalized Support: We are a small company, which means you receive personalized support and attention throughout the grading process. Our team is readily available to address your inquiries and concerns. We might even invite you for Thanksgiving dinner next year. * Rush Services: We offer affordable rush grading services for those who require quicker results...but seriously, you probably won't need them. We believe these factors make Top Tier Grading an excellent choice for collectors who value expertise, affordability, and personalized service. But everyone says not to use anyone other than PSA. We get it. Really. PSA is the BMOC when it comes to card grading. And with good reason. But just because they're the biggest, doesn't mean they're the only grading service you can trust. As we've said many times, we are not here to compete with PSA. We're here to give collectors an alternative when they find themselves facing a certain set of criteria. If you don't feel comfortable grading with a non-PSA grader, then by all means, don't. But if you think there might be a better path for you, then TTG is here to serve you, and hopefully win your trust. Are you guys really qualified to do this? Are you asking if we're sitting at our kitchen table, in our PJs, with bed head and a giant cup of coffee...then yes. :) All of those things are true, including our ongoing qualifications to professionally grade your cards. * We have 30+ years of personal card collecting experience. * We work with area youth sports and rec programs to create custom cards for young athletes with our Youth Sports Card program. * We offer free community Collectors classes where we teach the basics of collecting, investing and grading, including Autograph Authentication and Card Archaeology * We're the creators of the Cards To Classics blog and podcast * We're founding members of the Sports Card Grading Society * We're the founders of the Cards Of Kindness charitable organization Do you have a Shipping Policy? We certainly do. You can read it HERE. Do you have a Disclaimer? We have that as well. You can read it HERE. START YOUR SUBMISSION TODAY * TT TREASURES TAKE A PEEK AT THE BEAUTIES WE'VE BEEN WORKING ON LATELY! (LOOKY, BUT NO TOUCHY.) * CONTACT US This is crazy, but contact me, maybe. Name Email Message Submit Comment * MISSION MISSION STATEMENT AND CORE VALUES MISSION STATEMENT At Top Tier Grading, our mission is to serve the sports card industry with integrity, reliability, and affordability. We are steadfastly committed to ethical business practices, and vow to make each decision with honesty and transparency. Our team prides itself on its reliability, ensuring that collectors can trust us to accurately grade their cherished sports cards. We uphold a hands-on approach, meticulously inspecting each card to ensure proper grading and authentication. Our dedication to affordability allows us to make professional sports card grading accessible to all. By intertwining a deep respect for tradition with a commitment to excellence and an unrivaled enthusiasm for baseball and sports cards, we strive to offer services that enhance and preserve the joy of collecting. At TTG, we don't just grade cards, we safeguard the rich history of sports collecting. CORE VALUES 1. Faith-Centered Approach - Our Christian faith is the driving force behind all our operations and decisions. WWJD is more than just a bumper sticker. 2. Family First - We place the highest value on our families, creating a harmonious work-life balance. Our priorities are Faith, Family, Function...in that order. 3. Ethical Business Practices - We commit to operate ethically, making every decision with integrity and honesty. To do the right thing, every time, even when no one is watching. 4. Reliability - We pride ourselves on our reliability, ensuring that our clients can always count on us for their sports card grading needs, and that we will always do what we say. 5. Attention to Detail - Our meticulous approach ensures proper grading and authentication of each sports card. Because the big things, are the little things. 6. Hands-On Approach - When we say "hands-on" we mean we literally inspect each card by hand. Because the human touch will always outpace the latest technology. 7. Commitment to Excellence - We strive to do things right the first time, every time, offering the highest level of service. And if we don't get it right, then we'll always make it right. 8. Respect for Tradition and History - We appreciate the rich history of sports cards and collecting, and we aim to preserve these traditions in our grading and not cloud them with "fluff". If it ain't broke, don't fix it. 9. Affordable Services - We believe that professional sports card grading should be accessible to all. Great service should never cost extra. 10. Enthusiasm - As lovers and collectors of baseball and sports cards, we bring a genuine passion, experience and understanding to our business, enhancing and cementing the services we provide. START YOUR SUBMISSION TODAY * CARDS TO CLASSICS A BLOG ABOUT BASEBALL CARDS, COLLECTING AND GRADING Navigating the Grading Maze 2023年11月28日 Swinging for Signatures 2023年11月25日 More Forgotten Stars of Baseball: Snubbed MLB Legends Who Deserve... 2023年11月9日 The ForgottenStars of Baseball: Snubbed MLB Legends Who Deserve Hall of... 2023年11月8日 Discovering 10 Unusual Facts About The Atlanta Braves You Didn't Kno... 2023年11月6日 The Top 10 Amazing MLB Trading Cards That Any Collector Can Afford 2023年11月6日 Uncovering the Hidden Gems in Baseball Cards: 10 Wonderful Bits Of Collecting... 2023年11月5日 · General * REVIEW US! TELL US WHAT YOU THINK, WHAT YOU REALLY, REALLY THINK. We so dig 5-Star reviews. I mean like, we're practically infatuated with them. So if you're about to leave us one...thank you! And if, by chance, you don't feel like you could give us 5-Stars, then please give us a shout before you do, and give us the opportunity to improve whatever isn't perfect. Thank you for your opinions and for your support! Name * Email * Star Rating * 5-Stars (Outstanding!)4-Stars (Excellent)3-Stars (Good)2-Stars (Not So Hot)1-Star (Strike Out) Tell us what you loved! (Or how we can improve.) Submit * CARDS OF KINDNESS WHERE THE POWER OF SPORTS MEETS THE SPIRIT OF GIVING. INTRODUCING CARDS OF KINDNESS - WHERE THE POWER OF SPORTS MEETS THE SPIRIT OF GIVING! Unleash the magic of nostalgia and generosity by donating your old sports cards to CK. We're on a mission to spread joy, year-round, to kids in need by packaging these treasures into unique and inspiring gifts. Your old cards can make a significant impact in the life of a young person who might rarely know what if feels like to receive a gift. Who knows when the cards you don't want, might inspire a young person into a life of collecting and purpose. We'll be distributing Cards Of Kindness at schools, sporting organizations, Girls & Boys Clubs, YMCAs, Community Centers and anywhere our young people may gather. Every re-pack of cards we give away comes with a word of encouragement and a reminder that God sees them as valuable...and much more than the cards they're holding. So please consider donating your old cards (any sport or non-sport) to Cards Of Kindness today, and let's share the love of the game with those who need it most. If you have questions, please submit them via the form below. Or just send your package, along with your info to: Cards Of Kindness c/o Top Tier 3632 Lyle Field Road Jefferson, GA 30549 THANK YOU!!! Name Email Message Submit Comment * TOP TIER CARDS FOR SALE Previous Next 1975 GEORGE BRETT ROOKIE CARD TTG GRADED 7 1975 George Brett Topps #228 Rookie Card TTG Graded 7 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1960 TOPPS BOBBY RICHARDSON TTG GRADED 6.5 1960 Topps #405 Bobby Richardson Yankees 2nd Base SC Baseball HOF TTG Graded 6.5 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 2023 TOP TIER IRON CHEF JAPAN CHAIRMAN KAGA 2023 Top Tier Iron Chef Japan Chairman Kaga Uncirculated 1 of 100 TTG Graded GEM MINT 10 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1992 TOPPS CATWOMAN 1992 Topps Catwoman Batman Returns TTG Graded PRISTINE MINT 10+ Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1992 STADIUM CLUB CATWOMAN 1992 Stadium Club Catwoman Batman Returns TTG Graded PRISTINE MINT 10+ Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1992 FLEER PRO VISIONS KEN GRIFFEY JR 1992 Fleer Pro Visions Ken Griffey Jr TTG Graded GEM MINT 10 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1992 BOWMAN MIKE PIAZZA ROOKIE 1992 Bowman Mike Piazza Rookie TGG Graded PRISTINE 10+ Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1990 SCORE BO JACKSON DUAL SPORT 1990 Score Bo Jackson Dual Sport TTG Graded GEM MINT 10 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next 1991 UPPER DECK MICHAEL JORDAN ROOKIE 1991 Upper Deck Michael Jordan Rookie TTG Graded GEM MINT 10 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next * * * * 2000 UPPER DECK OVATION KEN GRIFFEY JR 2000 Upper Deck Ovation Ken Griffey Jr TTG Graded: 10 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next * * 1949 BOWAN BOB CHESNES ROOKIE CARD 1949 Bowman Bob Chesnes Rookie Card TTG Graded 6.5 Quantity Coming soon Previous Next * * 1949 BOWMAN TOM MCBRIDE ROOKIE CARD 1949 Bowman Tom McBride Rookie Card TTG Graded 5.5 Quantity Coming soon * YOUTH CARDS AT TOP TIER, WE DON’T JUST GRADE CLASSICS. WE’RE CREATING THEM! IF YOUR SCHOOL, YOUTH ORGANIZATION, REC DEPARTMENT OR OTHER COMMUNITY CLUB, GROUP, SPORTS OR RECREATION ORGANIZATION WOULD LIKE TO KNOW MORE ABOUT CUSTOM, PROFESSIONALLY DESIGNED TRADING CARDS, PLEASE GET IN TOUCH WITH US HERE ABOUT OUR YOUTH CARDS PROGRAM. Name Email Submit Comment Powered By Pricing Contact Cookie Use We use cookies to ensure a smooth browsing experience. By continuing we assume you accept the use of cookies. Accept Learn More