Majesty Grading Company (MGC): Complete Guide

In trading cards, MGC can refer to multiple things (for example unrelated abbreviations in other industries). For the input “MGC (Majesty Grading Company)”, the relevant entity is the UK-based grading service operating at https://www.majestygrading.com/, incorporated as MAJESTY GRADING COMPANY LTD (Companies House company number 16592694) (majestygrading.com, Companies House).

Quick facts

Fact	Details
Official name + official website	Majesty Grading Company (MGC) (official site: majestygrading.com; legal entity: MAJESTY GRADING COMPANY LTD) (majestygrading.com, Companies House)
Founded (year) + founders (if known)	Operational founding year: Unknown (the official “About Us” page describes why MGC was founded but does not state a year). Incorporated on 18 July 2025 (Companies House). Founder identity is Unverified from MGC’s About page; Companies House lists a director named Jake John Kirkham, and MGC refers to “Jake” as Managing Director in an official news post (About, Companies House, Officers, Investment/board post).
Headquarters + operating countries	UK focus. Registered office address: Business & Technology Centre, Bessemer Drive, Stevenage, England, SG1 2DX (Companies House). MGC also references Stevenage and Hertfordshire on-site (Companies House, About).
Ownership / parent company (if any)	Private limited company; Company status: Active (Companies House) (Companies House).
What they grade (sports, TCG, non-sports, memorabilia)	Sports cards and TCG are explicitly marketed; MGC also markets sticker, pack, ticket, and oversized card grading services (Card grading, TCG grading, Sports grading, Sticker grading, Pack grading, Ticket grading, Oversized).
Grading scale + top grade label	1–10 scale; MGC describes 10 as “flawless condition” and describes grading as scoring on a 1–10 scale (From Sleeve to Slab, Behind the Slab).
Subgrades (Y/N) + how many categories	Unknown / Unverified (MGC explains “four key areas” of assessment but does not describe subgrades as a customer-facing output) (Behind the Slab).
Pop report (Y/N) + link	Yes; “Pop Report & Cert Lookup Tool” page. MGC also notes it is still importing historical data (Pop report).
Registry (Y/N) + link	Unknown / Not found in MGC’s public sitemap during this verification pass (Sitemap).
Certification verification / lookup (Y/N) + link	Yes; MGC instructs users to enter an MGC certification number to verify graded card details (Pop report).
Notable differentiator (1 sentence)	MGC markets UK-based grading with ultrasonic tamper-proof sealed cases and explicit support for thick cards (35pt to 180pt) plus digital cert lookup (Card grading, majestygrading.com).

Where Majesty Grading Company fits in the grading market

MGC is best understood as a UK-first grader. That positioning matters because collectors are often choosing between:

Global liquidity graders (PSA/BGS/SGC/CGC) when the main goal is international buyer confidence and fast resale.
Regional graders when the main goal is domestic turnaround, easier returns, and a slab that local buyers recognize.

MGC publicly markets itself on UK turnaround and “no upcharges” (a common pain point for declared-value tiering at some graders) (Card grading, About).

In practice, collectors discussing MGC vs PSA in UK contexts often frame it as a convenience/trust trade-off versus global resale (examples: F1Cards thread, PokemonTCG thread).

Services offered

MGC markets separate service categories (with different pricing in some categories):

Card grading (sports + TCG) with Bronze/Silver/Gold tiers (Card grading, Sports grading, TCG grading).
Sticker grading (explicitly marketed) (Sticker grading).
Pack grading (explicitly marketed) (Pack grading).
Ticket grading (explicitly marketed) (Ticket grading).
Large/oversized card grading (explicitly marketed) (Oversized).
Membership program (monthly submission bundle) (Membership).
Local submission hubs (drop-off model) (Submission hubs, Pop report).

Authentication-only services, crossover, and reholder/regrade offerings are Unknown from the publicly verifiable pages used in this pass (check the submission flow and Support Centre before submitting) (Submit items, Support centre).

Grading scale and standards (deep dive)

The scale and grade definitions

MGC describes grading as scoring the card on a 1 to 10 scale, with 10 representing a card in flawless condition (From Sleeve to Slab, Behind the Slab).

Centering/corners/edges/surface (published)

In MGC’s published process description, cards are examined “under controlled lighting and magnification tools,” and they list four key areas they assess: Edges, Corners, Surface, and “Overall Presentation” (as described in the same post) (Behind the Slab).

MGC does not publish numeric centering tolerances or a full written rubric in the sources verified here, so any “X% centering” claims should be treated as Unverified unless MGC publishes a standards document (Sitemap, Behind the Slab).

Human vs hybrid vs tech-first process (what they claim)

MGC describes expert human graders as the core of the service, and in an official post about investment/operations they explicitly state they are “not replacing our expert graders with AI” while building tools to support speed/accuracy (Behind the Slab, Investment/board post).

How to interpret the label (example)

MGC states the label displays card details, the grade, and a unique certification number that can be verified online (Behind the Slab, Pop report).

Practical example:

If your slab shows a cert number 123456, you can enter it in MGC’s Pop Report / Cert Lookup Tool to confirm the record matches your card and grade (Pop report).

Slab, label, and security features

MGC claims the following security/holder properties in its public pages:

Ultrasonic tamper-proof sealed cases (Card grading).
UV resistance as part of the encapsulation/holder protection (as stated in a process post) (Behind the Slab).
Digital cert lookup via the cert number on the label (Card grading, Pop report).
Thickness support: MGC claims coverage “From 35pt to 180pt” and describes cases for thick card formats (majestygrading.com, Card grading).

Claims like QR/NFC/holograms are Unknown from the sources verified here (not found in public pages or sitemap during this pass) (Sitemap).

Verification and data tools

Cert lookup workflow (step-by-step)

Go to MGC’s Pop Report & Cert Lookup Tool: majestygrading.com/pop-report.
Enter the MGC certification number from the label (Pop report).
Confirm the returned record matches your slab and listing photos (card details + grade) (Behind the Slab).

Pop report limitations

MGC explicitly states it is still importing historical data, and provides a contact email if you cannot find something in the tool (Pop report).

Registry mechanics

Unknown / Not found during this verification pass (no registry tool was found in the public sitemap) (Sitemap).

Grader notes / reports

Unknown / Unverified as a public product feature in the sources verified here (MGC describes process transparency but does not describe downloadable per-card notes in the cited pages) (Behind the Slab).

Pricing and turnaround (how it works, not just numbers)

Pricing model

MGC publishes simple per-item pricing for card grading tiers, and repeatedly markets “no upcharges” / “no hidden fees” (important to collectors who want predictable cost) (Card grading, About).

MGC also offers a membership bundle (monthly Bronze submissions “5 cards for the price of 3”) (Membership).

Current card grading prices and stated turnaround (verified 2025-12-24)

Tier	Price	Stated turnaround	“Current” turnaround indicator
Bronze	£12.99	2–8 week service	“Currently 4 weeks”
Silver	£22.99	14 working day service	“Currently 10 working days”
Gold	£39.99	3 working day service	Not shown as a separate “current” number in the extracted block

Sources: MGC’s published card grading service page (Card grading, Sports grading, TCG grading).

Turnaround time claims vs user-reported reality

Official: MGC publishes both a general turnaround window (Bronze 2–8 weeks) and an “Currently X” status for Bronze/Silver (Card grading).
Operational update: MGC states Bronze turnaround “has halved” and now averages “just four weeks instead of eight” after workflow changes, in an official “investment/board” post (Investment/board post).
Community: UK collectors often discuss MGC as an option when avoiding international shipping and PSA turnaround risk; some claim PSA-comparable pricing, others caution about liquidity (examples: PokemonTCG thread, F1Cards thread, soccercards thread).

Shipping/insurance expectations

MGC instructs submitters to use tracked and insured postage (or submission hubs). MGC also states returns are via tracked, insured postage in a process post (From Sleeve to Slab, Behind the Slab).

Submission experience

MGC’s published “first-time graders” guide includes specific packing guidance:

Place the card in a clean penny sleeve.
Insert into a semi-rigid card holder (MGC explicitly says not a top loader).
Use painter’s tape / a pull tab to make removal safer.
Stack multiple cards with cardboard protection and secure without taping directly to the holder.
Wrap in bubble wrap and place in a sturdy box or padded envelope.

Source: MGC’s “From Sleeve to Slab” guide (From Sleeve to Slab).

MGC also describes inbound receiving checks (inspecting the package for external damage, logging cards against the submission form) and a final quality control check before return shipping (Behind the Slab).

Resale liquidity: what happens on the secondary market

MGC’s resale performance is niche and buyer-pool dependent:

In UK-focused groups, some users claim MGC slabs can sell near PSA pricing for certain cards, while others recommend PSA/ACE depending on goals (PokemonTCG thread, PokemonTCG trust thread).
For collectors optimizing for international resale (especially US), the buyer friction tends to be higher than PSA/BGS/SGC/CGC (discussed qualitatively in UK collector threads) (F1Cards thread, soccercards thread).

Typical buyer objections you should be ready to answer:

“I don’t know this grader” (solve with the cert lookup link + clear slab photos) (Pop report).
“Is the slab tamper-resistant?” (MGC markets ultrasonic sealing and “tamper-proof” cases) (Card grading).

Public opinion: Reddit, X, and hobby communities

Recurring positive themes (what people repeat)

UK convenience vs international submissions (avoiding overseas shipping/turnaround) (PokemonTCG thread, F1Cards thread).
Slab aesthetics / thick-card capability (especially in sports and modern thick formats) (majestygrading.com, soccercard thread).
Membership value (monthly bundle framing) (Membership, YouTube: membership returns).
General service satisfaction signals: Trustpilot aggregate score indicates mixed-to-positive customer experiences overall (interpret cautiously; it is not card-quality-specific) (Trustpilot).

Recurring negative themes (what people repeat)

Liquidity skepticism outside the UK: collectors debate whether MGC adds resale value vs PSA, especially for international buyer pools (PokemonTCG thread, F1Cards thread).
“eBay approved” confusion: MGC markets “officially approved by eBay,” but eBay’s trading-card Authenticity Guarantee page lists specific graders for that program and does not mention MGC, so treat this as a company claim unless you find an eBay UK primary source confirming what “approved” means (majestygrading.com, eBay Authenticity Guarantee).

Most common misconceptions

“If it’s eBay approved, it’s PSA-equivalent everywhere.” “Approved” can refer to many different relationships; verify the exact program and policy. eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee has its own grader list (eBay Authenticity Guarantee, majestygrading.com).
“Pop report completeness is guaranteed.” MGC explicitly says it is still importing historical data (Pop report).

Controversies, trust signals, and red flags

What was searched (and what was found) in primary/third-party sources during this pass:

Corporate existence and officers: confirmed via Companies House (company number, address, directors, incorporation date) (Companies House, Officers).
Investment/board change: MGC published an official post about significant investment and a board appointment (not independently verified by a third-party outlet in this pass) (Investment/board post).
“eBay approved” marketing: MGC claims eBay approval on its homepage; an eBay primary source confirming MGC as an “approved grader” for a specific eBay program was not found in this pass. Treat it as a company claim until you can validate it directly with eBay (majestygrading.com, eBay Authenticity Guarantee).

No other widely reported scandals or enforcement actions were found in the sources used here; that does not prove none exist (Trustpilot, Companies House).

Who should use Majesty Grading Company (and who shouldn’t)

Use MGC if:

You are UK-based and want domestic turnaround and returns, plus the ability to use local submission hubs (Card grading, Submission hubs).
You submit thick cards and want a grader that explicitly markets cases up to 180pt (majestygrading.com, Card grading).
You value cert lookup + pop report tooling and are comfortable with a UK-first market profile (Pop report).

Avoid (or be cautious) if:

You are grading primarily for US buyer pools and want PSA-level frictionless comps (F1Cards thread).
You need a published, detailed written rubric with centering tolerances and full grade definitions (not found in this pass) (Sitemap).

Comparison snapshot

Company	Market trust	Resale liquidity	Pricing posture	Turnaround posture	Transparency	Slab security	Best for
MGC	UK-regional	UK-leaning; mixed internationally	Mid	Fast (UK domestic tiers)	Medium	Medium-high	UK collectors; thick cards; cert lookup
PSA	Global	Highest in many categories	Often premium	Variable by tier	Medium	High	Maximum buyer recognition
BGS	Global	High in some niches	Often premium	Variable	Medium-high	Medium-high	Subgrades; trophy outcomes
SGC	Global-ish	Stronger in vintage segments	Competitive	Often positioned as fast	Medium	Medium	Vintage and display
CGC Cards	Global-ish	Medium-high (TCG-leaning)	Competitive	Variable	High (scale docs)	Medium	TCG with tools

Rationale sources: MGC pricing/turnaround and slab claims (Card grading, majestygrading.com); MGC verification/pop report (Pop report); MGC process transparency claims (Behind the Slab); and market-liquidity discussion in UK collector threads (F1Cards thread, PokemonTCG thread).

FAQs

Is MGC legit?

MGC operates as a UK company with an active Companies House listing (company number 16592694) and a public grading site at majestygrading.com (Companies House, majestygrading.com).

How do I verify an MGC cert?

Use MGC’s Pop Report & Cert Lookup Tool and enter the certification number from the label (Pop report, Behind the Slab).

Does MGC have a pop report?

Yes. MGC’s pop report page includes both population reporting and cert lookup, and notes historical data is still being imported (Pop report).

Does MGC have a registry?

No official registry tool was found in MGC’s public sitemap during this verification pass (Unknown) (Sitemap).

Does MGC offer subgrades?

Unknown / Unverified from the sources used here. MGC describes assessment areas but does not describe subgrades as the published output (Behind the Slab).

What is MGC’s grading scale?

MGC describes a 1–10 grading scale, with 10 representing a card in flawless condition (From Sleeve to Slab, Behind the Slab).

What are the MGC turnaround tiers and prices (cards)?

MGC publishes Bronze/Silver/Gold tiers with stated turnaround and pricing on its card grading page (Card grading).

Does MGC grade sports cards and TCG cards?

Yes; MGC explicitly markets both sports and TCG grading services in the UK (Sports grading, TCG grading).

What else does MGC grade besides cards?

MGC markets sticker, pack, ticket, and oversized grading categories (Sticker grading, Pack grading, Ticket grading, Oversized).

What holder security features does MGC claim?

MGC markets ultrasonic tamper-proof sealed cases and states the encapsulation provides UV resistance; the label includes a cert number verified online (Card grading, Behind the Slab, Pop report).

How should I package cards for MGC?

MGC’s first-time graders guide recommends penny sleeve + semi-rigid holder (not top loader), cardboard protection, bubble wrap, and a sturdy box/envelope (From Sleeve to Slab).

Is MGC “eBay approved”?

MGC claims it is “officially approved by eBay” on its homepage, but an eBay primary source confirming what program that refers to was not found in this pass. eBay’s trading-card Authenticity Guarantee page lists specific graders for that program and does not mention MGC (majestygrading.com, eBay Authenticity Guarantee).

Will MGC add value vs PSA?

It depends on your buyer pool. UK collector threads contain both positive claims (some sellers report PSA-like pricing) and skepticism (others recommend PSA for global liquidity) (PokemonTCG thread, F1Cards thread).

Sources

Official

Reputable hobby/news

https://www.ebay.com/authenticity-guarantee/tradingcards

Community sentiment (Reddit/X/forums)

Directories/reference lists

Score explanations (with sources)

Market acceptance (4/10): MGC markets strong UK positioning, but acceptance is still debated by collectors (especially vs PSA) and appears more UK-centric (majestygrading.com, PokemonTCG thread).
Transparency (5/10): MGC publishes a process overview (lighting, magnification, QC, cert verification) and a public lookup tool, but does not publish a full rubric/tolerances in the sources verified here (Behind the Slab, Pop report, Sitemap).
Value for money (6/10): published UK pricing/tiers and membership bundles can be attractive versus international shipping; value depends on your resale market and whether buyers recognize MGC (Card grading, Membership, F1Cards thread).
Resale liquidity (3/10): community discussion suggests higher buyer friction outside UK compared with PSA/BGS/SGC/CGC, even when collectors like the slab and service (F1Cards thread, soccercards thread).