Diamond Certification
Why a Diamond Certification elevates your card from the rest
- Ever question why some cards bring more money than others? Well, within every grade is a spread from the bottom to the top of the technical grading criteria. Collectors with greater knowledge of the card are at an advantage to obtain cards at better than true market value. MBA certification levels the playing field for all collectors to maximize their collection!
- Mike Baker, as the founding Director of Grading at PSA, saw the need to highlight the best of the best in the hobby. The three major grading companies have left a lot of interpretation up to the collectors & investors within each numerical grade. Along with each company setting their own standards of grading, the grades do not always reflect the unique individual characteristics which vary from card set to card set.
- MBA only awards stickers to CGC, BGS, PSA, & SGC cards that meet standards for each specific type of card and for today's selective investors.
What a Diamond Certification Means
A Diamond Certification signifies that a product has undergone rigorous evaluation and has met our stringent quality standards. This certification ensures that the item is of exceptional quality and meets the high expectations set by our organization.
For MBA Diamond Ambassadors, this certification holds particular significance. These ambassadors are distinguished individuals who have actively participated in the marketplace by bidding on and purchasing multiple MBA cards. Their engagement and investment in the marketplace demonstrate a high level of trust and commitment to the quality of the products. Therefore, a Diamond Certification serves as a mark of excellence and reliability, highlighting products that are especially valued and sought after by these experienced and discerning buyers.
Leverage Our Expertise and Experience for Your Collection
Mike has watched grading evolve in the market, from the early days of conception at Professional Sport Authenticator (PSA) to today. He's determined it's time for the next step in the evolution of grading and time for the superior evaluation of the quality within the technical grades. Mike states, "As the best cards in the hobby are mined and highlighted, the natural attraction of the investors will follow".
Visit our submission center, or contact us directly, to start the process and have your cards diamond certified by MBA. We look forward to working with you!
How Diamond Service Pricing Works
When you submit your cards for review, you'll first select from different service levels, such as Standard Diamond Service Premium Diamond Service, Elite Diamond Service, or Ultra Diamond Service . Each of these service levels determines the fee you'll be charged based on how quickly you need the review completed. This initial fee is your base charge for each card.
If a card meets our Diamond Certification standards, the fee will then be adjusted according to the service level required for the card's value, as outlined in our Tier Table. This means that while the base charge applies initially, the final cost may change based on the card's certification and value.
For instance, if you send in a card worth around $12,000 and choose the Standard Diamond Service, but the card does not meet our Diamond Certification standards, then you'll pay the Standard Diamond Service fee of $20 . This covers the basic review service.
However, if your card does earn a Diamond Certification, we'll waive the initial $20 fee. Instead, you'll be charged according to the appropriate tier level for the card's value. In this case, the fee would be for Tier IV, which is $250 .- This adjustment ensures that the fee you pay reflects the advanced service needed for a high-value, Diamond Certified card.