Stamp Grading Service (Express Service)

Professional Stamp Grading & Authentication — Express Service

From rare first-day covers to classic definitives, PCAGC's Express Stamp Grading delivers certified, impartial grades on a priority schedule. When your collection or sale can't wait, our certified philatelic graders evaluate every stamp with the precision serious collectors demand — in 10–15 business days.

Why Choose PCAGC Express?

• Priority processing — Your submission moves to the front of the queue for faster turnaround
• Tamper-evident holder encapsulation — Your graded stamp is sealed in a secure, archival-quality holder that preserves gum, perforations, and centering
• Official Certificate of Grade — Every submission includes a verifiable certificate of authenticity and grade
• Population report inclusion — Your stamp is logged in the PCAGC population registry for collector and dealer reference
• Transparent turnaround — Express service: 10–15 business days

What We Grade

U.S. and worldwide stamps across all eras — classic, vintage, modern, and errors. Mint, used, on-cover, and booklet panes all accepted. Singles, blocks, and plate blocks welcome.

Grading Scale

Our grading criteria assess centering, gum condition, perforation integrity, color freshness, and overall eye appeal — delivering a consistent, documented grade every collector can trust.

How to Submit

1. Add this service to your cart and complete checkout
2. Complete the Stamp Submission Form
3. Package your stamps securely (use glassine or archival sleeves) and ship to our grading facility
4. Receive your graded, encapsulated stamps with certificate in 10–15 business days

Need a more economical option? See our Standard Service — results in 20–35+ business days at $25/stamp.