How It Works

GradedTown is a consignment marketplace. We hold every card, verify authenticity, and handle shipping. Verified authenticity on every card for buyers and sellers.

For Sellers

1

Consign Your Cards

Submit your PSA graded cards on our consignment form. Enter the PSA cert number — we auto-fill the details. Choose auction or storage-only.

2

Ship to Us

Post your cards to our Auckland address. Use tracked shipping for safety. We notify you when they arrive.

3

We Verify & List

We verify each PSA slab and create the listing. You get notified at every step.

4

Listed at Auction

Your card is listed at auction starting at $10 with your Buy Now price. Auctions end every Wednesday at 8pm. Snipe protection ensures fair bidding.

5

Get Paid

When your card sells, your balance is credited immediately (minus 5% platform fee or $10 min). Cash out to your bank anytime.

For Buyers

1

Browse & Find

Search our marketplace for PSA graded Pokémon cards. Filter by set, grade, price, and more.

2

Bid or Buy Now

Place a bid in a live auction, or use Buy Now to skip the wait and get the card instantly.

3

Pay Securely

Pay via Stripe within 5 business days. Your card is added to your virtual vault.

4

Store in Your Vault

Your cards sit safely in our secure storage. No rush — keep them as long as you want.

5

Ship When Ready

Select items from your vault, pay shipping ($10 for 1-2 cards, +$5 each after), and we ship to you. Or list for resale!

Key Features

Snipe Protection

Bids in the last 2 minutes extend the auction by 5 minutes. No last-second sniping.

Buy Now

Skip the auction — Buy Now at the seller's price. Ends the auction immediately.

Virtual Vault

Won cards are stored securely. Ship when ready, or list for resale from your vault.

5-Day Payment Window

Buyers have 5 business days to pay after winning. Non-payment results in a strike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What cards can I consign?

We accept PSA graded Pokémon cards only. The card must be in a genuine PSA slab. We verify every card on intake.

How much does it cost to sell?

Auction listings are free. We charge a 5% platform fee on the sale price (minimum $10), deducted when your card sells. Storage-only cards cost $20 per card upfront.

How long do auctions run?

All auctions end every Wednesday at 8:00 PM NZT, with a minimum run of 7 days. Snipe protection extends the auction by 5 minutes if a bid is placed in the last 2 minutes.

What is Buy Now?

Sellers set a Buy Now price alongside the auction. If a buyer clicks Buy Now, the auction ends immediately and they get the card.

How does the vault work?

When you win an auction or Buy Now, the card goes to your virtual vault. You pay for the card first (5 day deadline), then request shipping whenever you're ready. You can also list items for resale directly from your vault.

How do I get my money?

Your balance is credited as soon as a buyer pays. Cash out your full balance anytime to your NZ bank account. Transfers are processed within 1-2 business days.

What if my card doesn't sell?

If the auction ends with no bids or Buy Now, the card returns to your account. You can relist it or request return shipping.

What happens if a buyer doesn't pay?

Buyers have 5 business days to pay. If they don't, they receive a strike (3 strikes = ban) and the card returns to your account for relisting.

Can I get my cards back without selling?

Yes. You can request return shipping for any card that's not in an active auction. Same shipping rates apply ($10 for up to 2 items, +$5 each additional).