Who are diamond funk?
We have a dedicated and professional team with more than 20 years experience in the comic book collectibles market, which has included Funko Pops since 2010.
Our grading standard is specifically designed for Funko Pops, unlike our competitors, which allows us to guarantee quality of service and potentially increase the value of your favourite Pop!
We have the knowledge and expertise to assure our customers that we are the most dependable and reliable grading service available for Funko Pops in the UK.
Diamond Funk are a brand new service but this doesn’t mean dishonest or illegitimate in any manner. On the contrary, we can guarantee a premium quality grading & authentication service, at a competitive price, with no hidden costs!
DIAMOND FUNK GRADING STANDARD
df10 diamond (mint+)
This grade is reserved for a completely faultless Funko Pop! The box will be in flawless condition, with perfect corners, lid, box shape and the window is mark-less and crystal clear. All appropriate stickers will be intact e.g. Chase Edition, Limited Edition etc.
The Pop! Figure must have never been removed from box.
df9.5 sapphire (mint-)
This Funko Pop! is considered in mint condition and almost flawless, but the smallest imperfection on close examination has dropped it below a 'Diamond' grade. One minor scratch, in either the box or window, or unperfect box shape, or sticker removal or residue on box or window.
df9 sapphire (mint)
This collectible is considered in mint condition and almost flawless, but the smallest imperfections on close examination has dropped it below a 'Diamond' grade. One or two minor scratches, in either the box or window, or unperfect box shape, or sticker removal or residue on box or window.
df8.5 ruby (near-mint+)
Regarded as being next to mint condition, this Funko Pop! has a couple of minor flaws to either the box or the window of the box. Slight scuff on box, slightly misshaped box, window has minor scratch, corner not perfect or damaged slightly. Also, any small imperfections on the figure itself will affect the grade.
df8 ruby (near-mint)
This Funko Pop! is in almost mint condition but unfortunately has a couple of minor flaws to either the box or the window. There could be a small scuff on the box, a slightly misshaped box, window has minor scratches, corner not perfect or damaged slightly. Sticker residue on either the box or window. Other noticeable damage to the box or figure within.
df7.5 emerald (perfect+)
Perfect condition and most acceptable in any display or collection, but still showing some minor signs of damage to either the box or the window. Noticeable scuff or dent in the box, damaged corner, scratch/s on the window, misshaped box, damage to stickers, wear on the Funko Pop! figure itself. Possible light sun damage to rear or sides of box (but cannot be obviously noticed).
df7 emerald (perfect)
Perfect condition but shows some minor signs of damage to either the box or window. Scuffs or dents in the box, or a damaged corner, scratch/s on the window, misshaped box, damage to stickers, wear on the figure itself. Possible light sun damage (but cannot be obviously noticed).
df6.5 opal (near-perfect+)
Nearly perfect but with multiple minor damage to either the box or window. Damage will be visible to the human eye. The box might have a bad scuff or dent, crease in the box or the window, damaged corner or lid, noticeable scratch on the window, some minor paint imperfections on the figure itself. Sun damage that is noticeable.
df6 opal (near-perfect)
Funko Pop! is nearly perfect but with multiple minor damage to either the box or window. Damage will be visible to the human eye. The box might have many bad scuffs or dents, creases in the box or the window, damaged corner or lid, noticeable scratch/s on the window, some minor paint imperfections on the figure. Sun damage that is noticeable.
df5.5 topaz (decent+)
The Topaz rating signifies that the Funko Pop! has noticeable damage to either the box or the window. Heavy scuffs or creases in the box, as well as damage to either the lid or any of the corners. The window will be scratched more than once, or a significant scratch that detracts from the display appeal of the collectible. Any sun damage to the box or window, or staining of any kind. Heavy sticker residue from removed stickers could also affect the rating.
df5 topaz (decent)
The Pop! has noticeable damage to either the box or the window. Heavy scuffs, dents and creases in the box, heavy damage to the lid, crushing or significant damage or wear to any of the corners. The window will have been visibly scratched multiple times, or a significant scratch. Also, any sun damage to the box or window, or staining of any kind, including yellowing. Heavy sticker residue from removed stickers on either the window or the box.
df4.5 pearl (good+)
Rare, signed, or vaulted Funko Pops with a Pearl grade are still considered good collectibles, though will show signs of heavy damage. The box might have significantly bad damage, crushed corners, tears and rips, dents and other marks. The window might be coming detached or mis-formed in some way. Bad sticker residue, heavy sun damage, or yellowing to either the box or window. Any visible marks or scuffs on the figure, or if the inner packaging is destroyed in any way.
df4 pearl (good)
Authenticated Funko Pops with a Pearl grade are still considered good but will show signs of heavy damage. Multiple scuffs/dents to the box, crushed corners, damaged window, heavily scratched, severe sticker residue, creases in the box. Any yellowing or sun damage. Any visible marks or scuffs on the figure, or if the inner packaging is destroyed in any way.
df3.5 amethyst (average+)
The condition of this Funko Pop! is considered average, with serious damage to either the box or window. There will be substantial wear to the box, corners crushed, box misshapen, lid won't shut properly, window damaged or scratched heavily. Severe sun damage or staining/yellowing of any kind, to the box or the window. The figure itself will have been removed from the box at some point, and has signs of wear, or damage to figure.
df3 amethyst (average)
This graded Pop! is considered average, with serious damage to either the box or window. Substantial wear to the box, corners crushed, box misshapen, lid won't shut properly, window damaged or scratched heavily. Severe sun damage or staining/yellowing of any kind, to the box or the window. Sticker residue on the box or window. The figure itself will have signs of wear, or there is any damage to figure.
df2.5 onyx (poor+)
Excessive damage to all aspects of the Funko Pop! has occurred, with major dents in the box, tears in the box, crushed corners, lid torn or won't shut, deformed box, window is seriously damaged, scratched or even separating from the box itself. Severe sun damage or staining/yellowing of any kind. Box must still maintain shape. Window must still be attached. Figure must be complete and not broken.
df2 onyx (poor)
This Funko Pop has extreme damage to the box and/or window. Extreme dents in the box, tears in the box, heavily crushed corners, lid torn or won't shut, deformed box or ungluing of box, window is seriously damaged, scratched or even separating from the box itself. Severe sun damage or staining/yellowing of any kind. Box must still maintain shape. Window must still be attached. Figure must be complete and not broken or missing.
df1/1.5 amber (decayed/+)
The lowest grades for a Funko Pop! means the condition is considered decayed. The box will be destroyed with mass damage on any side, crushed corners, broken or torn lid, box will be heavily misshaped, torn parts to the box, window will be extremely damaged, almost separate from the box due to ungluing, but must still be with the box. Heavy sun damage, large stains, or mass amounts of sticker residue. Funko Pop! figure is broken, or damaged heavily, but must be still with the box.
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