Charter grading
We use a rating chart adopted by the majority of certification companies.
Centering
(from 1 to 10)
The centering is measured by a software based on the "centering tool" which accurately calculates the centering of a map.
Corners
(from 1 to 10)
Corners are carefully inspected with a magnifying glass and under a microscope to see any imperfections.
Borders
(from 1 to 10)
The edges are also carefully checked with a magnifying glass and digital microscope to detect any defects or malfunctions.
Surface
(from 1 to 10)
Double-sided surfaces are scrupulously examined with the same optical equipment.
How is the final grade assigned?
The final score is calculated on the total of the scores given to each criterion (centering, corners, edges and surfaces).
An overall average is established and the result is rounded to the highest decimal place.
Total : 37
37 / 4 = 9.25
Overall rating : 9.5
Total : 39.5
39.5 / 4 = 9.875
Overall score : 10
Evaluation scale
The “Ultimate Grail” Exceptional quality card. 60/40 and better in centering, immaculate in surface, 4 impeccable corners, not a single stain or printing defect after analysis under the microscope. It must be perfect.
Perfect looking card. 60/40 and better in centering, immaculate in surface, 4 corners impeccable, not a single stain or apparent defect. A very slight imperfection under the microscope can be tolerated, as long as it does not alter the aesthetics of the image.
Perfect looking card. 60/40 and better in centering, immaculate in surface, 4 corners impeccable, not a single stain or apparent defect. A very slight imperfection under the microscope can be tolerated, as long as it does not alter the aesthetics of the image.
Card in superb condition. 60/40 and better in centering, a nice surface, 4 sharp corners. It may show very slight flaws under the magnifying glass or microscope such as micro scratches, white spot, printing lines.
Card in superb condition. 60/40 and better in centering, a nice surface, 4 sharp corners. It may show very slight flaws under the magnifying glass or microscope such as micro scratches, white spot, printing lines.
Card in excellent condition. 65/35 or better at centering, corners sharp in appearance but showing slight wear under closer examination. A few minor flaws may appear upon closer examination. Slight imperfections such as a slightly damaged corner, chips on the varnish, micro scratches, print lines, white spots,…
Card in very good condition with 70/30 or better at centering, some apparent handling wear such as light scratches, print lines, slightly damaged corners, white spots but which remain acceptable and do not significantly alter the aesthetic of the card.
Card in good condition with a 75/25 or better at centering, apparent wear on one or more corners, light folds, white spots, print lines and or micro scratches. The defects are visible but do not affect the overall quality of the card.
Card in good condition with 80/20 or better at centering, corner and surface fading clearly visible, minor edge imperfections, light folding on one of the two surfaces. The flaws do not detract from the overall appearance of the card.
Card in fair condition with an 85/15 or better at centering, corners are rounded from wear and starting to fray, surface is visibly damaged. There may also be a trace of wear on the edges. A crease or slight tear may be present.
Card in average condition with a 90/10 or better at centering, corners are rounded from wear and starting to fray, surface is visibly damaged. There may be a trace of wear also on the edges. A fold, slight tear, blurred image and discoloration may also be present.
Card in poor condition with a 90/10 or better on centering. The card has many imperfections such as printing defects, large folds, varnish chips, tears, damaged and frayed corners, and may have ink or grease marks.
Card in very poor condition: presence of obvious printing defects, large folds, tears, color or sharpness defects, visibly deteriorated surface, badly damaged corners. There may also be traces of ink or grease.
