Get in the Game with CGC x JSA On-site Authentication and Grading at Fanatics Collect Orlando
Posted on 10/11/2024
CGC® and JSA® are excited to announce that they are bringing their world-class services to the Fanatics Connect Orlando show, being held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on November 1-3, 2024. Don’t miss the chance to experience CGC x JSA services up close and in person with on-site autograph authentication and card grading at booth #1323 — see below for unbeatable pricing!
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CGC Cards, the hobby’s fastest-growing card grading service, and JSA, the world leader in autograph authentication, recently teamed up and are now offering combined services for sports cards, non-sports cards and TCGs. Collectors attending the Fanatics Collect Orlando show will be able to submit autographed cards for authentication by JSA and grading and encapsulation by CGC Cards in one seamless solution.
Plus, there are several can't-miss events planned throughout the weekend at the CGC Cards booth #1323, including a Meet the Grader event, chances to win prizes, free swag — and so much more! Collectors will score big with CGC and JSA at Fanatics Collect Orlando! Here’s the breakdown:
- On-site autograph authentication and card grading – CGC Cards is grading sports cards, TCGs and non-sports cards on-site at the show! Plus, get your autographed cards authenticated by JSA, graded by CGC Cards and encapsulated, also at the show. See details for on-site submissions below. Space is limited, so submit early!
- Drop-offs for regular submissions – CGC is accepting regular submissions of cards, comics, video games and home video collectibles that will be taken back to its Sarasota, FL, headquarters for certification at CGC’s regular grading fees, which are the most affordable in the industry, plus submitters save one way on shipping. See instructions below.
- CGC Signature Series Witnesses – Following the recent launch of CGC Signature Series show witnessed signings for cards, Fanatics Collect Orlando attendees can get cards signed in the presence of a CGC representative and encapsulated with the iconic CGC Signature Series yellow label.
- Spin the Wheel, Win Prizes – Stop by the CGC table at booth #1323 to get in on all the fun. Take your turn at the wheel and spin it to win exclusive CGC swag!
- Meet the Grader – CGC Cards will host a Meet the Grader event, where attendees can speak with a professional card grader and receive one free card evaluation. Spots are limited, so come by CGC Cards booth #1323 to sign up early!
- CGC Sample Slab Giveaway – Swing by the CGC booth to pick up a CGC sample slab, which will be given out for free throughout the weekend while supplies last.
Keep reading for submission info…
On-site autograph authentication and card grading
Submissions for on-site autograph authentication and card grading, including ReHolders and CrossOver submissions, can be made Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2, with WalkThrough submissions accepted until Sunday, November 3, at 12:00 p.m. ET. All you need is a free account to submit, but paid members receive discounts: 10% off for Associate and Premium members and 20% off for Elite members. Learn more and choose your membership level here.
On-site submissions are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Extremely high demand is expected, and space is limited, so submitters are encouraged to submit at the start of the show. If on-site submissions need to be cut off early, submissions will still be accepted to take back to CGC headquarters at the regular fees and turnaround times.
CGC x JSA on-site pricing for Fanatics Collect Orlando
Note: First price is for card grading only; second price is the additional fee for autograph authentication.
TIER | FREE MEMBERS | ASSOCIATE / PREMIUM MEMBERS | ELITE MEMBERS | TURNAROUND TIME |
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Bulk (25-card minimum) Max. Value: $500 per card |
$18 (+ $15) | $16.20 (+ $13.50) | $14.40 (+ $12) | End of Show |
Economy Max. Value: $1,000 per card |
$20 (+ $20) | $18 (+ $18) | $16 (+ $16) | End of Show |
Standard Max. Value: $3,000 per card |
$35 (+ $70) | $31.50 (+ $63) | $28 (+ $56) | End of Day |
Express Max. Value: $10,000 per card |
$55 (+ $150) | $49.50 (+ $135) | $44 (+ $120) | End of Day |
WalkThrough Max. Value: Unlimited |
$155 (+ $300) | $139.50 (+ $270) | $124 (+ $240) | 3 Hours |
Drop off regular submissions at the show
Cards, comics, video games and home video collectibles may be submitted at the show for all tiers and services to be taken back to CGC’s headquarters for grading. CGC’s super-affordable regular fees apply to drop-off submissions, plus you’ll save one way on shipping!
All regular submissions will be transported to CGC headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, for authentication, grading and encapsulation. The cutoff for regular submissions is 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 3. To learn more about CGC Cards services and fees, go here.
How to submit
To streamline submissions at the show, please take the following steps before arriving:
- Create a CGC account here. All it takes is a free account to submit, and paid members get additional discounts and benefits.
- Go to the online submission form for cards, comics, video games or home video.
- Select “Mail-In or Show Drop-Off” to start your submission.
- Complete the online submission form for the collectible type you are submitting and print the packing slips. Make sure your account number, shipping address, return shipping method and requested services are included on the paperwork.
- If you are submitting for CGC Cards on-site grading, please select "Fanatics Collect Orlando On-site Grading" on the CGC Cards online submission form. This option will be available soon.
- Keep your collectibles safe and secure until you drop off your submission (including the packing slip) with a representative.
- Go to the Express Drop-off sign to finalize your submission.
Important: To ensure that your submission process stays on schedule, please place your collectibles in the order listed on the packing slip. Please bring BOTH copies of the packing slip with your collectibles to the show drop-off. Failure to do so will result in delays.
All submissions will be transported to CGC’s headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, for authentication, grading and encapsulation.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for cards, click here.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for comics, click here.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for video games, click here.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for home video, click here.
Tablets will be provided at the booth for submitters to use for sign-up and submission purposes.
Need more info?
- Questions for CGC Cards should be sent to [email protected].
- Questions for CGC Comics should be sent to [email protected].
- Questions for CGC Video Games should be sent to [email protected].
- Questions for CGC Home Video should be sent to [email protected].
Need More Information?
If you have any questions about connecting with us or submitting to CGC at the show, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-855-GRADE10.
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