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Paperkado Pre-Grade Assessment

A structured assessment designed to help collectors better understand a card's grading potential.

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Why pre-grade?

Grading costs and submission fees make grading decisions more important than ever.

Pre-grading helps collectors:

  • Identify stronger grading candidates

  • Avoid unnecessary grading costs

  • Better understand visible defects

  • Submit with greater confidence

assessment rates

Basic Pre-Grade Assessment - BND$2.50 per card

 

A pre-grade assessment for collectors who want an informed opinion on a card’s overall grading potential.

 

Includes:

  • PSA-aligned condition assessment

  • Centering, corners, edges & surface review

  • Technical inspection under magnification

  • Paperkado Score (A / B / C)

  • Grading recommendation

  • Summary assessment report

 

 

Premium Technical Assessment - BND$5.00 per card

 

For collectors seeking greater confidence before submitting valuable cards or pursuing the highest grading standards.

 

Includes everything in the Basic Assessment, plus:

  • UV light inspection

  • Enhanced analysis for hidden or difficult-to-detect defects

  • Technical inspection evidence (where relevant)

 

Optional Add-on:

  • Express Service for BND$1.00 per card

 

Receive your completed assessment within 2 working days from the time your cards are received. Subject to availability.

 

Important Information

Paperkado assessments are independent opinions based on our inspection process and experience. While every card is assessed carefully, professional grading outcomes may differ. Our service is designed to help you make more informed submission decisions and does not guarantee any specific grade or result from PSA, BGS, TAG, CGC, or any other grading company.

Book an Appointment

Tell us a bit about your cards and we'll get back to you to confirm availability and next steps.

Number of cards

Note: Let us know how many cards you are planning to submit. At present, we are accepting Pokémon card submissions only.

Select pre-grade tier

*We will contact you to confirm allocation of cards.

Preferred arrangements

Note: In-person meet ups are subject to availability. We will contact you to make arrangements.

Add up to 20 files.

Note: To ensure a more efficient pre-screening process, we recommend uploading clear close-up images of the front and back of your cards. This may help save time and allow for an initial assessment prior to submission.

FAQ

How does the pre-grade process work?

 

Book an appointment through the website and we’ll arrange a suitable weekend meet-up or drop-off.

 

Once received, your cards will go through Paperkado’s structured pre-grade assessment process, followed by a detailed report.

 

Cards are typically returned the following weekend unless otherwise arranged.

 

How do I submit my cards?

 

Paperkado currently accepts cards through:

  • Weekend meet-ups  

  • Weekend drop-offs

 

At this stage, mail-in submissions are not available.

 

This helps ensure cards are handled carefully and returned securely.

 

When are appointments available?

 

Appointments are currently available on weekends only (Saturday & Sunday).

 

This applies to:

  • Card drop-offs  

  • Meet-ups  

  • Card collection / return

 

Availability may vary depending on booking demand.

 

When will I get my cards back?

 

The standard turnaround time is one (1) week. You shall receive your cards the following weekend.

 

This allows time for assessment, report preparation, and quality control.

 

If there are any delays, you will be informed in advance.

 

Do you offer faster turnaround?

 

Yes. Priority turnaround options may be available for collectors who require quicker assessments.

 

This includes:

  • Earlier report completion  

  • Faster card return arrangements

 

Additional fees apply and availability may be limited depending on assessment volume. Refer to Assessment Rates.

 

Where do meet-ups or drop-offs happen?

 

The exact meet-up or drop-off location will be shared after your booking request has been confirmed.

 

Locations are arranged based on practicality and schedule.

 

How should I prepare my cards?

 

To help ensure safe handling, cards should ideally be submitted in:

  • Penny sleeves  

  • Top loaders  

  • Semi-rigid holders (where applicable)

 

Please avoid loose cards where possible.

 

Can I submit multiple cards?

 

Yes. You may submit multiple cards per appointment.

 

If you are planning a large submission, please mention the number of cards in your booking request so sufficient assessment time can be allocated.

 

What if I can’t collect my cards the following weekend?

 

No problem! Alternative arrangements can be discussed in advance.

 

Please let us know early so we can plan accordingly.

 

Do you guarantee PSA grades?

 

No. Final grades remain subject to grading company standards and grader discretion.

 

Paperkado pre-grade assessments are designed to help inform grading decisions only, final grades may differ from those assigned by professional grading companies.

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