Latest News & Updates
How to pack and ship Pokémon cards for grading (UK)
Introduction For UK collectors, the goal is simple: immobilise the card, cushion the package, and track the shipment so your courier cannot bend, crush, or shake your cards into harm. This guide…
What is the Imperium 10? How it differs from a Gem Mint 10
Most grading scales include a top numeric grade that collectors call Gem Mint or equivalent. That grade already represents exceptional condition. Imperium goes one step further with Imperium 10: a reserved tier for cards…
Imperium Grading reports explained: subgrades, defects, and rationale
Introduction A grade on a label answers one question: overall condition, summarised as a number. A grading report answers the next questions serious collectors always ask: which categories drove that…
Top 5 Ascended Heroes Chase Cards to Grade: UK Collector’s Guide (2026)
The new Mega Evolution: Ascended Heroes TCG set is here, and UK collectors are hunting for the top chase cards to grade. As the largest…
What to Actually Look for in a UK Grading Company
So, you’re interested in grading? You want those cards protected, you want them to look good on a shelf, and you want to know if…