Autograph Encapsulation
For collectors looking to proudly display their prized autographs, and with added security, PSA offers autograph encapsulation. Our authenticators will evaluate the autograph, and it will be encased in PSA’s sonically sealed holders – safe, secure and ready to display.
Submit in four easy steps
Add-On services for your submission
Autograph Grading
Assign a numerical grade to your PSA-certified autograph, and it will set that autograph apart in the market.
Autograph Encapsulation Process
Eligible Items
Autographed trading cards, photographs, checks, index cards, postcards and cuts are best suited for this service. As long as the autographed item can fit inside one of our customized holders, it is eligible for this service. View PSA’s current holder sizes to see if your collectible will fit. Non-licensed, replica and custom trading cards are not eligible for encapsulation at this time.
Examination
The autograph is evaluated by our authenticators first. If deemed genuine, the customer may elect to have the autograph graded on a scale from 1 to 10, with 10 being best.
Encapsulation
After authentication and grading, PSA encapsulates the item. A blue label displays the pertinent information along with the certification number.
Any item requiring a Jumbo holder will incur an additional charge of $30. Encapsulated items do not receive a LOA or COA, PSA tamper-evident label or DNA daub. You may request to receive a Letter of Authenticity in addition to encapsulation for an additional fee of $15. Call (800) 325-1121 for details.
*Estimated Turnaround Times are estimates only and not guaranteed. A service level’s Estimated Turnaround Time does not begin until the order has been entered into the grading system. These times are based on, and may be impacted by, PSA’s submission volume, capacity, and other unforeseen circumstances. Turnaround Times may change rapidly without notice as conditions change.
As the collectibles industry continues to expand, and the demand for PSA’s services continues to expand along with it, PSA may decide to adjust pricing, services offered, and processing time to better align the demand for PSA services with our capacity to deliver those services.
All terms & conditions are subject to change.