Category Archives: Beckett Grading Services
Posted on April 12, 2018 – 2:09 pm Author: Andy Broome
The fantasy card. It’s not a counterfeit card but a card that never actually existed. I personally hate these more than any other fraudulent card on the market. The fantasy card preys on collectors that do not have the knowledge to protect themselves from such junk. A search on online auction sites will show there […]
Posted on October 23, 2017 – 10:19 am Author: Ryan Cracknell
Details on Beckett Media acquiring Comic Book Certification Service and adding it to the Beckett grading and authentication family.
Posted on July 24, 2017 – 2:50 pm Author: Scott Bedgood
If you’re a big collector, chances are you’ve thought about making a career out of your hobby, excuse me I mean The Hobby, at some point in your life. There are a number of ways that you can do that, like owning a shop or working for one of the card companies. But another great […]
Posted on May 2, 2017 – 2:49 pm Author: Stephen Laroche
The Spring 2017 Sportcard & Memorabilia Expo is just a few days away and hockey card collector are gearing up for the semi-annual show. Beckett Media will be right there to meet them as all of our latest titles will be on sale in addition to the chance to get your cards and autographs examined […]
Posted on April 12, 2017 – 6:33 pm Author: Ryan Cracknell
Details on new policies for Beckett Grading Services introduced in April, 2017.
Posted on November 13, 2016 – 7:15 am Author: Stephen Laroche
The Fall 2016 Sportcard & Memorabilia Expo draws to its conclusion today and fans in Toronto are excited for the chance to interact with Maple Leafs from the past and present along with other sporting legends. Held at the International Centre, the event boasts hundreds of dealer tables, opportunities to meet with representative from trading […]
Posted on November 4, 2016 – 2:34 pm Author: Stephen Laroche
By Stephen Laroche | Beckett Media The excitement among hockey collectors for the Fall 2016 Sportcard & Memorabilia Expo in Toronto is starting to reach a feverish pitch and Beckett Media will be in the thick of things as we plan to offer all of our latest titles along with an opportunity to get your […]
Posted on August 1, 2016 – 11:30 am Author: Ryan Cracknell
Details and rates for Beckett Grading Services at the 2016 National Sports Collectors Convention.
Posted on July 23, 2016 – 6:43 pm Author: Ryan Cracknell
Practical tips on what to look for in a 1989 Upper Deck Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card before sending it in to be professionally graded by BGS.
Posted on July 18, 2016 – 10:55 am Author: Ryan Cracknell
Details on a new service from Beckett Grading that offers only a single grade, no sub grades. This is a new level of service and doesn’t replace existing programs.
Posted on March 31, 2016 – 6:58 pm Author: Stephen Laroche
By Stephen Laroche | Beckett Hockey Editor With the Spring 2016 Sportcard & Memorabilia Expo just a week away, Beckett Media is proud to announce some of the special deals it will have for collectors attending the show. Held at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ontario from April 8 to 10, thousands of hobbyists will […]
Posted on November 2, 2015 – 4:39 pm Author: Stephen Laroche
This weekend, collectors from all over the world are congregating at the Fall 2015 Sportcard & Memorabilia Expo at Toronto’s International Centre and Beckett Media will be in attendance as well with plenty of books, magazines, and opportunities for card grading. In addition to the Beckett Covers cards that were announced last week, collectors visiting […]
Posted on September 10, 2015 – 9:47 am Author: chrisolds
Beckett Grading Services will host James Spence Authentication for on-site autograph authentication at Beckett Media headquarters on Saturday (Sept. 12) for collectors who are interested in professional grading or need items examined and/or slabbed.
Posted on August 31, 2015 – 10:12 am Author: chrisolds
We recently introduced the BGS Diary and it seems like a few of you liked hearing about what — and why — Beckett Baseball Editor Chris Olds submitted what he did for grading.
Posted on August 19, 2015 – 5:03 pm Author: chrisolds
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Tagged 1989 Pro Set, 2006 Topps Allen & Ginter, 2015 Topps Allen & Ginter, 2015 Topps WWE, Alabama football, Barry Sanders, Beckett Covers, Beckett Grading Services, BGS, BGS Diary, Danica Patrick, Joc Pederson, John Hannah, Johnny Vandermeer, National Sports Collectors Convention, Paige, Will Ferrell, WWE Divas
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For the last few months, I’ve submitted a few cards a month to Beckett Grading Services to finally get some of the cards I like into slabs. Selecting which cards to submit has been easier said than done — and the results can be interesting, too.
Posted on August 5, 2015 – 10:31 am Author: chrisolds
We recently introduced the BGS Diary and it seems like a few of you liked hearing about what — and why — Beckett Baseball Editor Chris Olds submitted what he did for grading.
Posted on August 3, 2015 – 3:23 pm Author: chrisolds
Beckett Media’s Chris Olds caught up with a collector named Dylan to rip a pack of the iconic 1986-87 Fleer basketball set — home of the Michael Jordan Rookie Card.
Posted on August 2, 2015 – 12:59 am Author: chrisolds
Frank Robinson is easily one of the most-overlooked Hall of Famers in terms of value and this is his third-year card. I’d argue that it’s undervalued from the start.
Posted on July 31, 2015 – 1:58 pm Author: Ryan Cracknell
During the 36th National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago, Beckett Media’s editorial staff were asked to hit the floor and bring back a vintage card to be graded. Each staff member participating in the project will present the results of their hunt to readers during the show. The Card: 1962 Mars Attacks #50 Name: Smashing […]
Posted on July 31, 2015 – 1:19 am Author: Stephen Laroche
By Stephen Laroche | Beckett Media During the 36th National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago, Beckett Media’s editorial staff were asked to hit the floor and bring back a vintage card to be graded. Each staff member participating in the project will present the results of their hunt to readers during the show. The Card: […]
Posted on July 28, 2015 – 4:50 pm Author: chrisolds
Would you dare to tear? Beckett Baseball’s Chris Olds rips his 2015 Topps Allen & Ginter Double Rip Card in this tear-worthy Box Busters video.
Posted on July 28, 2015 – 11:26 am Author: chrisolds
It seems that booth after booth at the National Sports Collectors Convention is lined with cardboard memories from the distant past of baseball cards and beyond, the era where the bubble gum was as vital as the statistics on the backs of former childhood treasures.
Posted on July 28, 2015 – 10:28 am Author: chrisolds
The 2010 Bowman Chrome Stephen Strasburg Superfractor is headed to the auction block one more time — this time it’s via Beckett Auctions.
Posted on July 21, 2015 – 12:01 pm Author: chrisolds
The National Sports Collectors Convention is about a week away … here’s a rundown of some of the promotional events planned for the biggest show for sports cards and memorabilia.
Posted on July 17, 2015 – 9:33 pm Author: chrisolds
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Tagged 1969 Topps, 2012 Topps Mini, 2015 Topps, 2015 Topps First Pitch, 2015 USA Baseball Stars & Stripes, Allen & Ginter, Beckett Grading Services, BGS, BGS Diary, BGS Diary Predictor, Billy Williams, Bryce Harper, Bryce Harper RC, D.B. Sweeney, Eight Men Out, Jeff Bridges, Kris Bryant, Kris Bryant autograph, Maryse Ouellet, Nick Swisher, Pacific, Panini America, Ron Santo, shoeless joe jackson, Topps, USA Baseball, Willie McCovey, WWE Divas
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By Chris Olds | Beckett Sports Card Monthly Editor | Commentary For the last few months, I’ve submitted a few cards a month to Beckett Grading Services to finally get some of the cards I like into slabs. Selecting which cards to submit has been easier said than done — and the results can be interesting, too. Here […]
Posted on July 7, 2015 – 1:42 pm Author: Matt Bible
Join Beckett Gaming analyst Matt Bible and guest Magic The Gathering expert Adam Cai as they do the unthinkable — rip into a 1993 MTG Alpha and provide an analysis of the grading process for Magic cards.
Posted on June 14, 2015 – 12:30 pm Author: Stephen Laroche
By Stephen Laroche | Beckett Media Super Break Sports has gained a following among high-rolling hobbyists for their premium releases and the company made waves in 2013 with the creation of “The Bar” – a jumbo original art card featuring cut signatures or other items connected to legends in the sports, entertainment and political worlds. […]
Posted on June 8, 2015 – 4:11 pm Author: chrisolds
Beckett Grading Services will host James Spence Authentication for on-site autograph authentication at Beckett Media headquarters on Saturday (June 13) for collectors who are interested in professional grading or need items examined and/or slabbed.
Posted on May 28, 2015 – 9:59 am Author: chrisolds
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Tagged 2015 Topps Chrome WWE, Alabama Crimson Tide, BGS Diary, BGS Diary Predictor, Boston Red Sox, Carlton Fisk, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Donruss, Joe Namath, Johnny Bench, Jose Canseco, Madison Muskies, minor league baseball cards, New York Yankees, Nick Swisher, Paige, Panini America, Roger Maris, Topps, Topps All American, WWE, WWE Divas
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He’s prepared his five cards for grading in June and we want to see if you can predict which of his cards will end up slabbed.
Posted on May 4, 2015 – 10:12 am Author: chrisolds
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Also posted in Baseball, Basketball, Non-Sports, Pro Wrestling
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Tagged Aaron Judge, Beckett Grading Services, BGS Diary, BGS Diary Predictor, Curtis Granderson, Joe Namath, Lana, Michael Jordan, MLB, New York Yankees, Steve Swisher, USA Baseball, WWE
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Of the 10 cards listed below, a few are headed to Beckett Grading Services today for his next BGS Diary. Can you predict which ones they will be?
Posted on April 28, 2015 – 4:04 pm Author: Stephen Laroche
Collectors attending the 49th Sportcard & Memorabilia Expo in Toronto this weekend will have an opportunity to visit Beckett Media at its booth in the corporate area and take advantage of the many specials on magazines, books and raw card grading that are available for attendees. First and foremost, all of the current issues of […]
Posted on April 17, 2015 – 5:33 pm Author: chrisolds
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Tagged 1959 Topps, 2015 Topps Heritage, 2015 Topps Stickers, 2015 Topps WWE, Beckett Grading Services, BGS Diary, BGS Diary Predictor, Bill Mazeroski, Cleveland Indians, mike trout, Nick Swisher, Paige, Phillie Phanatic, Walmart, WWE, WWE Divas
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Here is the batch I got back from BGS for April — so here is my latest BGS Diary entry.
