Action Figure Authority now offers two label presentation options for graded action figures and collectible toys.
The grading standards you know and trust remain unchanged. The difference is how those grades are presented.
You can view how the 100-point grades crossover to the 10-point scale on our
equivalency chart.
Two Label Presentation Options
STANDARD LABEL
The Standard label is the traditional AFA label collectors have known and relied on for over 25 years. It remains fully available and unchanged.
Our Standard Label is best for collectors who prefer the traditional AFA presentation.
UNIFIED LABEL
The Unified label presents the same AFA grade using an updated design and 10-point format.
Our Unified Label is best for collectors who want a 10-point presentation with a new look.
Unified & Standard Grading | Frequently Asked Questions
No. Both label options reflect the same AFA grading standards and evaluation process. The difference is presentation, not standards.
Yes. When submitting your items to AFA, you may select either Standard or Unified label presentation. The underlying evaluation remains identical.
No. Our Standard 100-point grading scale will remain available. The Unified 10-point scale is an additional option for collectors who prefer that format.
No. The AFA grade is determined independently of label format. Both presentations reflect the same grade.
Qualified figures packaging has been opened but contents remain unused and in “like-new” condition. It is distinct from both sealed and loose categories.
No, to change to the new label simply use the recase option.
Nothing is changing about our grading. We are simply providing two label presentation options to give our customers more flexibility.
You can learn more about AFA grading standards and options at
afagrading.com.
Note: AFA grading standards have not changed. The Unified Grade is an alternate way to display the same evaluation using a 10-point format.
CGA Grade Conversion Chart
Standard GRADE
UniFIED GRADE
100
10
95+
9.9
95
9.8
90+
9.7
90
9.6
85+
9.4
85
9.2
80+
9.0
80
8.5
75+
8.0
75
7.5
70+
7.0
70
6.5
60
6.0
50
5.0
40
4.0
30
3.0
20
2.0
10
1.0
AFA Grading Categories
SEALED (Unopened)
Figures or toys that remain in original, factory-sealed packaging.
Original seal intact
No evidence of tampering
QUALIFIED (Opened but Unused)
Figures or toys that have been opened from their factory packaging, but show no signs of use. They remain in new-condition with original accessories present.
Opened box or packaging
Figure and accessories intact and unused
LOOSE (Figure and Accessories with No Packaging)
Figures or toys not in original packaging or unsealed. These are evaluated based on condition of figure and accessories.
