Is Ducklett worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A CGC 8.5 Ducklett brings $30.30 versus $0.32 raw — a $29.98 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
- Raw (NM)
- $0.32
- CGC 8.5
- $30.30
- Gem premium
- 95×
- As of
- Aug 10, 2026
Break-even by outcome and fee
| If it comes back… | Sells for | Economy / bulk (~$25.00) | Standard (~$50.00) | Express (~$150) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem — CGC 8.5 | $30.30 | +$4.98 | −$20.02 | −$120 |
| PSA 8 | $12.01 | −$13.31 | −$38.31 | −$138 |
Net = sale price − $0.32 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
Full grade ladder
Raw conditions & history →| Grade | PSA | CGC |
|---|---|---|
| 8.5 | — | $30.30 |
| 8 | $12.01 | — |
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Grading Ducklett — FAQ
Is Ducklett worth grading?
A CGC 8.5 Ducklett brings $30.30 versus $0.32 raw — a $29.98 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
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