Per-Card Pricing, Real Volume Discounts
Submit 6, 20, or 50+ cards and the per-card cost drops automatically — see it upfront, every tier.
Now open per-card grading with volume tiers
$15 PER CARD14 DAY TURNAROUNDSUBGRADES AND REPORTS INCLUDED
The Grading Company Built for Collectors
Sports cards on a half-point scale.
Sports Cards
Basketball, football, baseball, and more
Consistent GradingTransparent Results14-Day Turnaround$15 Per CardUp to 180pt cards
Sports Cards
Basketball, football, baseball, and more
Sports cards on a half-point scale.
Trusted across major marketplaces
eBay
StockX
Whatnot
COMC
Goldin
PWCC
Heritage
Fanatics
eBay
StockX
Whatnot
COMC
Goldin
PWCC
Heritage
Fanatics
eBay
StockX
Whatnot
COMC
Goldin
PWCC
Heritage
Fanatics
eBay
StockX
Whatnot
COMC
Goldin
PWCC
Heritage
Fanatics
Why White Whale
Built by CollectorsBacked by AI
Transparent per-card pricing, machine-vision accuracy, and permanent digital reports on every card.
14-Day Turnaround
From the moment your cards arrive, we aim to have them graded, encapsulated, and ready to ship back within 14 days.
Full Digital Report With Every Card
Every graded card includes a detailed digital report — final grade, four subgrades on every card, high-res images, and a permanent certification record you can share with buyers instantly.
Tamper-Evident Certification
Every slab is ultrasonically welded with a unique cert ID — verify authenticity instantly online.
Standardised, Consistent Grading
White Whale uses a documented grading framework across every card — so results are predictable and repeatable regardless of who reviews your submission.
Subgrades Included On Every Card
Centering, corners, edges, and surface subgrades come with every grade — not an add-on, not a higher tier. Every card, every submission.
By the numbers
Grading that speaks for itself
Transparent pricing, fast turnaround, and machine-vision accuracy — backed by metrics collectors care about.
$0
Per card
Volume pricing available
0 Days
Turnaround
From receipt to slab
100%
Transparent Grading
See exactly how your grade was determined
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Grade & Subgrades
Half point scales deliver more accurate scores
Per-card pricing
Simple volume tiers
Every tier shows the per-card cost with subgrades included. Return shipping is $12 for 1–8 cards, $18 for 9–22, and $22 for 23–40; each additional box is $22.
Standard
$15
per card
1–5 cards
Single card or small batch
- Full digital report
- Subgrades included on every card
- 14-day turnaround
Volume
$14
per card
6–19 cards
Save $1 per card
- Full digital report
- Subgrades included on every card
- 14-day turnaround
Bulk
$13
per card
20–49 cards
Save $2 per card
- Full digital report
- Subgrades included on every card
- 14-day turnaround
Wholesale
$12
per card
50–99 cards
High-volume collector pricing
- Full digital report
- Subgrades included on every card
- 14-day turnaround
Dealers
Custom
pricing
100+ cards
Custom dealer pricing — request a quote
- Full digital report
- Subgrades included on every card
- 14-day turnaround
Subgrades included on every card · Return shipping: 1–8 cards $12, 9–22 $18, 23–40 $22, then $22 per extra box · Optional return insurance, based on your declared value · Pay nothing upfront — you pay after grading, before we ship back.
The Process
From Submission to Certified Slab
We grade sports, Pokémon, and TCG. Six steps. 14-day turnaround. Every card is treated like our own.
01
3 min to complete
Submit Online
Create your account, add cards and submit — no payment until your cards are graded. Done in under 3 minutes.
02
Same-day logging
Cards Received
Every card is individually photographed, logged against your submission ID, and assigned a unique cert tracking number.
03
Scan evidence
Machine Vision Scan
We scan each card and measure centering, corners, edges, and surface with computer vision so the grade is backed by scan evidence.
04
14-day turnaround
Grade & Encapsulate
The locked grading algorithm assigns 4 subgrades and a 1–10 composite score. The card is then ultrasonically welded into a tamper-evident slab with a unique cert ID.
05
Permanent record
Digital Report
A permanent report with scan images, a surface heatmap, corner close-ups, centering measurements, and a subgrade breakdown is published — verifiable by anyone, forever.
06
Tracked return
Shipped Back
Pay your secure link, then we ship and unlock your grades. Choose optional return insurance based on declared value and optional signature service before submitting.
Before you ship
Packing & Shipping Instructions
Place each card in a soft penny sleeve and put it in a semi-rigid holder. Full instructions are on the packing page.
Prepare & Pack Your Cards
- Handle cards only with clean, dry hands.
- Place each card in a soft penny sleeve and put it in a semi-rigid holder.
- Avoid screw-downs, magnets, or anything that applies pressure or leaves residue.
Include Required Documents
- Your printed packing slip
- Insure your package to us with your carrier. Our optional return insurance covers the trip back to you.
- Any special instructions or notes
Shipping Recommendations
- Use a tracked and insured shipping method. We strongly recommend insurance that covers the full declared value of your cards.
- Suitable carriers typically include USPS (Priority Mail or Priority Mail Express with insurance), UPS, or FedEx. Choose tracking and signature confirmation where available.
- Clearly write the shipping address and your return address on the outside of the package.
Important Tips & Reminders
- Double-check that every card is properly sleeved and protected before sealing the box.
- Take photos of the packed cards and the sealed package for your records before shipping.
- Keep your tracking number and insurance receipt.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Subgrades, 14-day turnaround, packing, and shipping — answers before you submit.
01What's included with every graded card?
Machine-vision scan, four subgrades (centering, corners, edges, and surface), a full digital report, tamper-evident slab, and permanent cert verification. Subgrades are included on every card — not an add-on.
02Are subgrades included?
Yes. Every card receives centering, corners, edges, and surface subgrades plus the final composite grade. There is no extra charge for subgrades.
03What is the turnaround time?
Our target is 14 days from the time your cards arrive at our facility until grading and encapsulation are complete. Track status in real time from your portal.
04How should I pack cards before shipping?
Place each card in a soft penny sleeve and put it in a semi-rigid holder. Pack the holders in a sturdy box with plenty of cushioning so nothing can shift. Include your printed packing slip in a sealed bag, and insure your package to us with your carrier. See the Packing & Shipping page for the full checklist.
05When do I pay?
After grading and before return shipping. We email a secure payment link once your cards are graded. Grades stay locked until you pay; then we ship and unlock your reports.
06How much is return shipping?
Return shipping is $12 for 1–8 cards, $18 for 9–22 cards, and $22 for 23–40 cards. Each additional box is $22. Optional signature service and return insurance are shown separately before you submit.
07What should I put in the box besides the cards?
Your printed packing slip from checkout, any special notes, and your full contact information. Keep a copy for your records.
08How should I ship the package?
Use tracked, insured shipping for the full declared value — USPS Priority/Express, UPS, or FedEx. Add signature confirmation when available. Don’t write “cards” or high values on the outside of the box. Ship on a weekday when you can.
09Where do I send my cards?
Create a submission in the portal first, then ship to White Whale Grading, P.O. Box 109, Cedarburg, WI 53012. Email support@whitewhalegrading.ai before you ship if you need it confirmed.
10Who is responsible if cards are damaged in transit to you?
We are not responsible for loss or damage before the package is received and logged at our facility. Insurance and careful packing are your best protection. Photograph the packed cards and sealed box before you ship, and keep the tracking number.
11Where do I download my report?
Open the card detail page or Reports section in your dashboard after grading completes.
12Can dealers submit batches?
Yes — dealer accounts support CSV batch upload and bulk workflows.
13Do we authenticate autographs?
We can grade autographed cards but at this time we cannot authenticate them.
Collectors Speak
Trusted by Collectors, Dealers & Investors
Real people. Real grades. Real results.
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I've submitted to PSA and Beckett before. White Whale is in another league — the digital report alone is worth it. I can see exactly why my card scored a 9 instead of a 9.5. That transparency is unheard of.
MR
Marcus Reid
Vintage Sports Card Collector — Chicago, IL
Sample cert
WW-2026-8847291
9.5 GEM MINT — Verified
The New Standard in Card Grading
Ready to grade your most valuable cards?
14-day turnaround. Machine-vision grading with a full digital report and subgrades on every card. No hidden fees, no surprises, no subjectivity.
- Advanced machine-vision scan
- Full digital report included
- Permanent cert verification