How to use the platform
Step-by-step guidance for submissions, Collectors Toolbox tools and The Shelf Marketplace. This guide is aligned to the current Collectors League platform, including Quick Submit, grading, Ling’rPrint verification, sealed-product authentication, registry-linked records, declared-value insurance and return shipping workflows.
Submitting for grading and related services
Start your submission through Quick Submit. From one place you can choose the relevant card, Ling'rPrint or sealed-product service, set quantity, return shipping, declared value and insurance cover, then continue to checkout. Service availability depends on the item type and service selected.
Quick Submit — cards & Ling’rPrint
- Open Quick Submit.
- Choose the service you need: grading & encapsulation, Ling’rPrint DNA for a legacy slab, or Ling’rPrint DNA for a raw card.
- Select the number of cards you are submitting.
- Choose the applicable grading service and return shipping option.
- Enter the total declared value of the submission and select an insurance tier that covers that declared amount.
- Confirm the declared value acknowledgement and add any notes or supporting details.
- Review the order, continue to checkout and complete payment.
Quick Submit — sealed products
- Open Quick Submit and switch to Sealed Products.
- Select the sealed item type, such as booster pack, ETB / UPC / bundle, booster box, tin / blister or factory sealed case.
- Select the quantity and the available CLA Vault Case / authentication option.
- Choose return shipping and enter the total declared value for the submission.
- Select insurance cover at least equal to the declared amount and confirm the declaration.
- Add any notes, review the order and proceed to checkout.
Current service types on the platform
The platform guide is aligned with the live Collectors League service structure.
Grading & encapsulation
- Built for eligible card submissions.
- Grading decisions are made by human graders, supported by digital examination tools that improve measurement, consistency and detail.
- Includes NFC chipped slab label, Ling’rPrint DNA ID, registration and a full detailed report for eligible graded submissions.
Ling’rPrint verification
- Available as a separate physical-identity registration and verification service for eligible raw cards and legacy slabs.
- Supports matching and deeper identity continuity where applicable.
- Return shipping applies in addition to the service fee where required.
Authentication only
- Applies to non-card items only.
- Used for memorabilia and other eligible collectibles requiring authentication without card grading.
- Certificate and registry options may apply where relevant.
Collectors Toolbox tools and features
Access these tools through the Collectors Toolbox section of the platform navigation.
My Collection
- View submissions and graded items.
- Open certificates and detailed reports.
- Manage collection entries and registry-linked records.
- List eligible graded items on The Shelf marketplace.
Only eligible graded items with completed system records can be listed through marketplace workflows.
Portfolio
The Portfolio provides a structured overview of your entire collection and helps collectors track value, activity and growth over time.
- View the total estimated value of your collection.
- Track individual item values and market movement.
- Monitor grading outcomes and registry-linked items.
- Understand collection performance and long‑term trends.
Authentication Check
- Upload the front image. Back image is recommended where supported.
- Run the authenticity check.
- Review the resulting warnings, indicators or guidance.
Grade Predictor
- Upload front and back imagery where prompted.
- Run the prediction workflow.
- Review the estimated result and image quality feedback.
Market Trends
Market Trends provides collectors with insights for both buying and selling decisions.
Thinking of buying
- Search using a detailed item description.
- View current marketplace listings where available.
- Review active market prices and available purchase opportunities.
- Open listings directly to inspect or buy items.
Thinking of selling
- Search for the item you are considering selling.
- Review price guidance and recent market signals.
- See insights on whether the market suggests holding or selling.
- Use suggested pricing strategies when listing on The Shelf or other marketplaces.
Price Alerts
- Enter the item details.
- Set the target price.
- Create and manage alerts from your account.
Buying and selling on The Shelf
The Shelf is designed around verified items, collection-linked visibility and stronger transaction confidence.
Buying on The Shelf
- Browse available listings.
- Open the item certificate or linked record to verify details where available.
- Place a purchase offer or submit a barter offer.
- Complete checkout once the seller accepts the offer.
The Shelf supports traditional purchases as well as barter offers between collectors.
Selling on The Shelf
- Go to My Collection.
- Select an eligible graded item.
- Choose the Shelf listing option.
- Enter the asking price and confirm the listing.
- Review purchase offers or barter proposals from buyers.
Marketplace notes
- The Shelf supports direct purchases as well as barter offers.
- Buyers can offer trades using their own Shelf listings plus or minus cash adjustments.
- Registry transfer is included for members as part of member benefits.
- Non-member transfers may incur an administration fee.
- Eligible seller payouts and transfer handling follow the platform wallet workflow.
Need pricing before you submit?
Review current grading tiers, Ling’rPrint services, return shipping, declared-value requirements and insurance options before starting your submission.