The role of grading in determining value Before examining the most expensive cards, it's essential to understand the grading system, which plays a crucial role in determining value
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Wrap Up Yawgmoth, Thran Physician | Illustration by Mark Winters If we included all the special printings of cards, some sets like Final Fantasy would be astronomical with tens of thousands with the serialized gold Chocobos alone and that doesn't account for foils, Japanese alternate arts, etc
This matters less for NM cards but can be frustrating for older or played-condition cards
Standard TCG Card Size Comparison Below is a comparison of major trading card sizes: This shared sizing improves TCG sleeve compatibility and makes accessory shopping easier for players
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