AFA Unified and Standard Grading Info

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 new look.

Unified & Standard Grading | Frequently Asked Questions

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Note: AFA grading standards have not changed. The Unified Grade is an alternate way to display the same evaluation using a 10-point format.

AFA Grading Categories

AFA has the following grading categories:

SEALED (Unopened)

Figures or toys that remain in original, factory-sealed packaging.

Features:

• Original seal intact

• No evidence of tampering

This category is typically associated with the highest collector interest.

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.

Features:

• Opened box or packaging

• Figure and accessories intact and unused

This category recognizes opened items that are still in unused condition.

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.

Features:

• No retail packaging

• Condition graded on figure and accessories only

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