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Grading Standard

QAG Grading Standard

QAG evaluates cards across 4 main areas: Centering, Corners, Edges, and Surface, using controlled imaging and Computer Vision to ensure results are evidence-based.

  • Centering
  • Corners
  • Edges
  • Surface
Sumi-e inspection study of a blank card specimen with cyan, magenta, yellow, and black measurement marks
Four evidence fields

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Four readings, one standard

  1. Centering

    Centering measures the balance of the printed image on the card. The system measures the left-right and top-bottom margins from the scanned image to evaluate how well-centered the printing is.

  2. Corners

    Corners involves inspecting the four corners of the card for wear, whitening, fraying, or abnormal shapes.

  3. Edges

    Edges checks the condition of the card borders for whitening, chipping, indentations, splitting, or any damage along the edges.

  4. Surface

    Surface inspects the card face and back for scratches, dents, scuffs, or abnormal textures. QAG uses multi-directional lighting to separate flaws that normal photography might miss.

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