Elevating Card Grading with Precision, Passion, and Purpose
Dotto Card Co. blends cutting-edge technology with collector-grade care to deliver a new gold standard in card grading.
Our Mission
At Dotto Card Co., we’re building a future-forward card grading company — one that prioritizes collectors and investors alike by emphasizing precision, transparency, and trust. Whether you're preserving a vintage collectible or preparing a modern card for sale or trade, our goal is to deliver the most consistent, informative, and accurate grading experience possible. We combine tech and passion for your benefit!
Our Grading System: Where AI Meets Expertise
Dotto utilizes a dual-layered grading process that blends the accuracy of AI-driven analysis with the deep experience of human inspectors. This hybrid system ensures every card is assessed with both technical precision and collector-level discernment. Every employee at Dotto is a collector too!
We grade every card across four core attributes:
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Centering
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Corners
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Edges
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Surface
We follow a standard 1 to 10 grading scale, but introduce three refined “10” tiers that reflect exceptional card conditions with unmatched clarity.
Our Exclusive “10” Tiers
Bonus: All cards graded 9.5 and above receive our premium label, distinguishing their superior quality.
Why Grading Matters
Professional grading isn’t just about assigning a number — it’s about:
✅ Condition Reporting: Standardizing its market value
✅ Protection: Safeguarding it in a tamper-proof slab
✅ Liquidity: Making it easier to sell or trade with confidence
✅ Provenance: Recording the ownership and history of each card
Vintage 10:
The Vintage Collector’s Crown Jewel
Achieving a Vintage 10 is rare — and for good reason.
Vintage cards are naturally harder to keep in pristine condition. When a decades-old card earns this elite grade, it’s more than just a rating — it's a celebration of preservation and historical value. Based on the year of the card, the grading scale adjusts.
A Vintage 10 means:
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It survived the test of time in Mint/Near Mint condition
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It holds peak collector demand and investment potential
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It has been cared for over a long period of time and carries that passion and energy the collector community shares
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It’s now protected for future generations
Understanding the Dotto Grading Scale
Our scale ranges from 1 to 10, with detailed criteria for each level. Here's a simplified breakdown:
Grade
Summary
10
Impeccable / Gem Mint / Vintage 10 – Factory-perfect condition
9
Mint – Near flawless, with only micro imperfections
8
Near Mint-Mint – Great condition with slight wear
6-7
Excellent to Near Mint – Visible, but minimal flaws
3-5
Fair to Good – Moderate to heavy wear, still collectible
1-2
Poor to Heavily Played – Major flaws or damage present
We consider manufacturing differences, age, and card era — especially when assigning vintage grades.
Tracking Ownership & Card History
Dotto doesn’t just grade cards — we help you track their journey.
Every graded card receives a unique serial number, which logs:
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📦 Date received
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🔍 Review & grading stages
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📮 Shipping updates
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🔁 Ownership history
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💰 (Coming 2026) Recorded sale prices
This makes each card traceable, trustworthy, and more valuable.
Our Labels:
Built to Stand Out
Every Dotto slab is sealed with a high-quality label featuring:
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Card name & details
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Grade
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Premium design for high-grade cards
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Ruby Label for Vintage 10s
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Authentication Hologram Number and Serial Number
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QR code for easy research
We believe every great card deserves an equally great presentation. Art Cards and Unlicensed cards will receive a (UL) on the label or online report.
Join the Grading Revolution
Whether you're a first-time submitter or seasoned collector, Dotto Card Co. is your partner in preserving value and authenticity. To grade with Dotto, you need to create a profile and subscribe to our free membership. Paid membership tiers are optional but provide valuable discounts.