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Introducing Manga Grading at PSA

A New Dawn

Manga grading is coming to PSA. Built on the expertise of experienced graders, supported by dedicated facilities and PSA technology, and coming to collectors soon.

Meet the New Label

A new PSA label designed with manga collectors in mind.

Dust Jacket Grade

Prominently displayed on the right side
of the label.

Discreet Security

Overt and covert security features incorporated into the new PSA label.

Dedicated Obi Field

A dedicated field to recognize this distinctive detail of collectible manga.

PSA 10 Gold Label

PSA 10 manga will receive our Gold Label, like comics, magazines, & games.

“There's a real opportunity to grow manga collecting, and PSA is putting the right pieces in place to make that happen and to lead the marketplace.”

Joe Maddalena

Executive Vice President, Heritage Auctions

Every Book Receives

Expert Evaluation

Our experienced specialists use established standards for authentication and grading.

Premium Encapsulation

A protective PSA holder designed to preserve and display your graded manga.

High-Resolution Imaging

Detailed imaging is included with every grading submission.

Authenticity Guarantee

Every PSA-graded manga book comes with the confidence of our authenticity guarantee, subject to applicable terms and eligibility.

1996 Weekly Shonen Jump 42 Manga

To Be Continued…

More ways to enhance and explore your manga collection are on the horizon.

Professional Pressing

Pressing services designed specifically for manga are
in development.

Pop Report

The Population Report will include existing Beckett manga grades and PSA data for a full picture of graded populations.

Autograph Authentication

Dual Service autograph authentication for signed manga is on the way.

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

We're getting ready to welcome manga collectors to PSA. Check back for more details on service levels, pricing, and when submissions will open.

Frequently Asked Questions

Manga Grading at PSA

Manga grading is coming soon to PSA. We'll share more information about service levels, pricing, and how to submit as we approach launch.

Customers with pending Beckett manga submissions have the option to transfer their books to PSA through a separate process.

PSA is bringing experienced manga specialists and established grading standards into a dedicated operation supported by PSA's technology and infrastructure. Each book will undergo expert authentication and grading before being encapsulated in a premium PSA holder.

The new label features a prominent Dust Jacket Grade on the right, a dedicated Obi field, and covert security features. Manga receiving a PSA 10 will also feature our signature Gold Label treatment, familiar from PSA-graded comics, magazines, and video games.

Every submission includes expert authentication and grading, premium encapsulation designed for lasting preservation and protection, and high-resolution imaging.


PSA-graded manga is also covered by the PSA Authenticity Guarantee, subject to applicable terms and eligibility.

PSA is developing professional pressing and Dual Service autograph authentication for manga.


A dedicated manga Pop Report is also planned, featuring existing Beckett manga grades alongside PSA grading data to provide a more complete view of graded populations across titles and editions.


These services and features will be introduced as they become available.

About the Beckett Transition

Beckett is discontinuing its manga grading service as PSA prepares to introduce manga grading within its growing pop culture offerings.

PSA's new operation will build on Beckett's established manga grading expertise and standards, supported by dedicated facilities and PSA's technology and infrastructure.

PSA is expanding its pop culture grading capabilities, building on its experience with comics, magazines, and video games to introduce manga grading.


The transition allows PSA to invest additional resources into manga while Beckett focuses more closely on its core grading services.

No. Beckett's card grading, ticket grading, and autograph authentication services are not affected.

No. Beckett is no longer accepting new manga submissions. New submissions will be available through PSA once the service opens to the public.

Existing Beckett Manga Submissions

Some Beckett manga submissions have experienced processing delays that have extended beyond their expected turnaround times. We recognize how frustrating this has been and are working with Beckett to provide affected customers with clear options for resolving their outstanding orders.

You have two options:


Option 1: Transfer Your Books to PSA


Receive a full refund of your original Beckett grading fees and have your books transferred directly to PSA for grading. PSA will create a new submission on your behalf, so you won't need to ship your books again.


PSA grading costs $49.99 per book, charged after grading is complete.

Option 2: Receive a Full Refund and Return

Receive a full refund of your original Beckett grading fees and have your books returned to you at no additional cost.

Please make your selection by November 18, 2026, using the link provided in your Beckett email or the form below.

If you don't respond by the deadline, Beckett will automatically issue a full refund and return your books.

Review My Options

You'll need an active PSA account with a valid payment method on file and must accept PSA's Terms and Conditions.

If you already have a PSA account, simply sign in and confirm your information is up to date. Otherwise, you'll need to create one.

Once your account requirements are complete, PSA will create your submission on your behalf, and Beckett will coordinate the transfer of your books directly to PSA.

You won't need to create a submission yourself or ship your books again.

Sign In or Create a PSA Account

Your original Beckett grading fees will be refunded in full.

PSA grading costs $49.99 per book, with payment collected after grading is complete. You'll need to have a valid payment method on file before PSA can process your submission.

Books transferred through this program will not be subject to service-level adjustments based on Maximum Insured Value (MIV).

The estimated turnaround time for manga transferred from Beckett is 90-120 business days.

Turnaround times are estimates and may vary.

Beckett will coordinate the transfer of your books directly to PSA, fully insured and at no additional shipping cost to you.

You won't need to package or ship your books again.

Your original Beckett grading fees will be refunded in full, regardless of which option you select.

Refunds will be issued to your original payment method.

Beckett will return your books at no additional cost, fully insured.

You'll receive tracking information by email once your books have shipped.

Yes. If you choose to have your books graded by PSA, your new submission will be subject to PSA's Terms and Conditions and any applicable terms of the transfer program. You'll need to review and accept these terms before PSA can process your submission

Existing Beckett-Graded Manga

Yes. Manga previously graded by Beckett retains its original grade and encapsulation.

Existing Beckett manga grades will also be included in the upcoming PSA manga Pop Report, alongside PSA grading data.

PSA plans to offer reholdering for manga previously graded by Beckett. Additional information about eligibility, pricing, and availability will be announced when the service becomes available.

Dealer and High-Volume Submission Support

Dealers, auction houses, and collectors with larger submissions can connect with Dan Gomez, Head of Business Development, Pop Culture at PSA, for personalized assistance. Dan can help answer questions about the transition, upcoming manga grading services, and future submission opportunities.


Contact Dan Gomez