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What is AVAA?
AVAA is the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia. Established in 1952 they have been the gold standard for ethical practice, professionalism and public legitimacy across the nations valuation sectors. It is the only national organisation representing both auctioneers and valuers, with a member network spanning every state and territory within Australia.
Why do they matter for the TCG / Collectibles Community?
In the rapidly changing and growing world of TCG and collectibles, legitimate, professional judgement and absolute integrity are vital. The AVAA represents the top professionals working across fine art, antiques, rare cars and high-value collectibles.
How Are We Connected?
Our connection to the AVAA is built on our shared values of integrity, professionalism, precision and building market trust and legitimacy.
With our managing director appointed to the AVAA Board we are directly integrated into AVAA's governance, contributing to the primary body of Australia's auctioneers and valuers. This position allows us to advocate for the growing TCG and collectibles sector at a national level.
Additionally, our connection strengthens our internal grading processes with the AVAA's compliance frameworks, commitment to professional development and strict Code of Ethics.
What does this mean for TCG Grading?
For our community, collectors and partners, our active leadership within the AVAA brings unparalleled institutional credibility to your collection:
- Global standards applied to TCG's: Through the AVAA's affiliation with the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC), we adopt global best practices. This ensures our grading philosophies and value assessments are underpinned by international benchmarks of consistency and accuracy.
- Uncompromising Integrity & Ethics: The AVAA is built on a foundation of strict ethical conduct and accountability. By embedding these principles into our operations, we provide a grading service you can trust, backed by consumer protection frameworks like mandatory professional standards.
- Evaluating TCGs and Collectibles as recognized assets: Historically, grading has been viewed purely through a hobbyist lens. Our alignment with the AVAA elevates trading cards, positioning them alongside fine art, antiques and high-value collectibles as economically significant assets that require legitimate professional judgement.
- A Future-Proofed Marketplace: As the TCG market continues to mature, regulatory and compliance landscapes will shift. With a set at the AVAA table, we are uniquely positioned to navigate and shape policy, ensuring our grading standards remain at the absolute leading edge of the industry.