Published pricing table
SGC lists the fee, maximum declared value, and estimated turnaround for each standard-size service tier.
SGC grading cost and turnaround in 2026
SGC listed standard-size grading at $50 per card for cards worth up to $1,500 when this page was reviewed. Use the fee finder to see which published value band and speed fit your example.
- Standard fee
- $50 per card
- Value limit
- Up to $1,500
- Estimated time
- 40 or more business days
- Best plain-English fit
- Collectors who want clear published pricing, especially for vintage cards
The short answer
SGC is a good, long-established grading company with transparent service information, a detailed condition scale, certification lookup, population data, and direct submission tools. Its $50 Standard tier may fit when the card is within the $1,500 limit and the current timing fits your plan.
The $50 grading fee plus SGC's lowest reviewed eligible return-shipping example equals $65 before inbound shipping and insurance. Fanatics Collect separately listed SGC grading at $60 per card. Partner custody, destination, and shipping terms can differ from a direct order.
This replaces the older $15 Standard snapshot following SGC's September 2 service-level update. The company says further adjustments should be expected, so check the current service table before each submission.
Prices and turnaround estimates can change. Always verify the live route before submitting. If you want to decide whether SGC fits a specific card, use the separate SGC worth-it decision guide.
Find the published SGC fee band
This estimates grading fees only. It does not include shipping, insurance, add-ons, taxes, or possible service changes.
Standard service
$50per card
Published grading fee: $50
This reviewed tier covered cards with a maximum declared value of $1,500.
Verify live SGC pricingPublished standard-size service ladder
Every row connects a maximum declared value to the fees shown on SGC's official table during this review.
| Maximum declared value | Standard, 40+ business days | Expedited, 2 to 3 business days |
|---|---|---|
| $1,500 | $50 | Not listed |
| $3,500 | $85 | $150 |
| $7,500 | Not listed | $250 |
| $20,000 | Not listed | $500 |
| $50,000 | Not listed | $1,000 |
| $100,000 | Not listed | $2,000 |
| More than $100,000 | Not listed | $3,750 base, then $375 per additional $10,000 |
SGC says crossover orders without a minimum grade can take longer. It also says turnaround begins after an order is unboxed and logged into its system.
Return shipping changes the real total
SGC publishes separate shipping tables by item count, carrier, speed, size, and insured value. These example rows cover standard-size domestic ground service only.
Open live shipping table- 1 to 5 items
- FedEx Ground under $10,000: $25
USPS Priority under $2,000: $15 - 6 to 20 items
- FedEx Ground under $10,000: $30
USPS Priority under $2,000: $25 - 21 to 30 items
- FedEx Ground under $10,000: $35
USPS Priority under $2,000: $30 - More than 30
- SGC listed an additional $0.50 per item for these example ground services.
SGC services and collector tools
These are published features collectors can verify before starting an order.
Detailed condition scale
SGC publishes written descriptions from grade 1 through its separate Gem Mint 10 and Pristine 10 grades.
Verification and card records
Collectors can use certification lookup, population data, high-resolution images, and submission tracking.
Standard and expedited tiers
The current service table separates standard service from faster options for eligible higher-value cards.
Other good grading options
SGC is a good, long-established grading company with straightforward published pricing. Advanced Grading is a great-value option for qualifying bulk submissions, and the other listed companies also offer useful grading workflows.
Advanced Grading
Great value for the price on larger submissions, with volume pricing, multi-angle imaging, AI-assisted analysis, and human quality control.
Good fit forAffordable bulk grading for collectors, groups, and dealers
Read Advanced Grading guidePSA
A premium option when collector familiarity, population research, vault storage, and a direct eBay selling path matter.
Good fit forPremium resale potential and a complete set of collector tools
Read PSA guideCGC
A flexible option for direct grading or eligible Fanatics Collect grading, with certification tools and connected vaulting.
Good fit forFlexible value through direct grading or Fanatics Collect
Read CGC guideTAG
A modern-card option for collectors who want detailed images and a digital grading report.
Good fit forModern cards and collectors who want detailed grading information
Read TAG guideArena Club
A convenient option for grading, vault storage, collection management, and marketplace selling in one platform.
Good fit forGrading, storage, and selling in one place
Read Arena Club guideSGC grading questions
How much does SGC grading cost in 2026?
On September 4, 2026, SGC's official page listed standard-size grading at $50 per card for cards with a maximum declared value of $1,500. Higher-value and expedited tiers had different fees. Fanatics Collect separately listed SGC grading at $60 per card, with no submission-volume minimum. Verify the exact route before submitting.
What is the SGC turnaround time in 2026?
SGC listed its standard service at an estimated 40 or more business days and its expedited service at an estimated 2 to 3 business days on September 4, 2026. SGC states that turnaround begins after an order is unboxed and logged into its system. Estimates are not guarantees.
Is SGC a good grading company?
SGC is a good, long-established grading company with clear published pricing, a detailed grading scale, certification lookup, population data, and direct submission tools. It can be especially appealing to vintage-card collectors and people who value straightforward service information.
Where can I decide whether SGC grading fits my card?
Use Card Collector Capital's separate SGC worth-it guide for the card-specific decision. It applies a four-check fit test covering the card, complete submission cost, timeline, and collector goal. This company profile is the current reference for SGC fees, service tiers, value limits, turnaround estimates, shipping, and submission routes.
How much is SGC return shipping?
SGC publishes return-shipping tables based on item count, carrier speed, item size, and insured value. On September 4, 2026, standard-size domestic ground pricing started at $25 by FedEx Ground for 1 to 5 items, while eligible USPS Priority shipping under $2,000 started at $15. Verify the live table for your order.
Can I submit SGC cards through Fanatics Collect?
Yes. Fanatics Collect listed SGC grading at $60 per card on September 4, 2026, with autograph grades included and no submission-volume minimum. Verify card eligibility, custody, destination, storage, selling, withdrawal, and shipping terms in the live flow.
Official SGC sources
These company pages support the dated facts above. Open them again before submitting.
- 01Services and pricing
Standard-size, expedited, crossover, review, reholder, and oversized service information.
- 02Shipping fees
Return-shipping tables by size, count, carrier, speed, and insured value.
- 03SGC grading scale
Official grade names and condition descriptions from 1 through 10.
- 04SGC app and collector tools
Submission tracking, card records, certification verification, images, and population lookup.
- 05Fanatics Collect grading
Current SGC partner prices, card-category differences, submission-volume terms, and live workflow.