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SGC Cert Lookup
Verify any SGC 'tuxedo' slab: enter the cert code from the label and we'll copy it and open SGC's official cert code lookup so you can paste and confirm.
Where to find the SGC cert number
On SGC's black-and-white label the cert code sits under the grade. Older black labels use seven digits; newer green/white labels use the XXXXXXX-XXX format.
Red flags when verifying a SGC slab
- Lookup shows a different card, year or grade than the slab — label transplant.
- The tuxedo label's white border or font weight looks off against a genuine SGC holder.
- No record for a recent-format code — counterfeit until proven otherwise.
- Vintage 'pre-war' cards in suspiciously clean holders at low prices — verify first, always.
Buying this card? Verifying the cert proves the slab is real — not that the price is right. Check what it's actually worth with the worth-grading calculator, and compare graders on best grading companies.
FAQ
How do I verify an SGC graded card?
Enter the cert code from the label above — we copy it and open SGC's official cert code lookup, where pasting it shows the card and grade on record.
What format is an SGC cert number?
Seven digits on older black labels; newer labels use a XXXXXXX-XXX format. Both work in SGC's official lookup.
Is SGC respected for vintage cards?
Yes — SGC's tuxedo slab has real cachet for pre-war and vintage sports cards, and its turnaround is the fastest among the major graders.