Understanding the grading on these packs:  We had the packs authenticated only.  That means they have been verified as authentic but were not otherwise graded.  We listed them as "10" because EBay does not accept the "A" grade assigned by Canadian Grading Services.  To obtain the "A" grade they must be genuine and have never been opened.  As per the sample photo, the packs are contained in plastic sleeves that are sealed by the grading sticker.  We have listed the main certificate of A999101 on this listing.  It refers to our grading agreement with Canadian Grading Services.  Each pack you receive has its own serial number that can be searched on their website to prove the authentication.

These packs are not meant for high end collections.  Rather, the purpose of the authentication grading is to ensure you are received real packs that are not fake crap from over seas.  It also ensures that the packs are not resealed or modified.  Sadly, that is becoming a huge problem in the Pokemon community and some people don't even realize when they are receiving fake packs. 

There has been no attempt to protect the packs in solid plastic casing as would be the case with more expensive grading options.  These are secured only in flexible plastic and the point is the proof of authentication, not for long term collecting.  You certainly can collect them - but they sell for $10 or less... so we aren't talking about $100 packs in solid plastic containers. 

If you have any questions about these packs, please contact us before you buy.