Is Joe Theismann #74 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 5.1× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Joe Theismann #74 sells for $161 against $31.27 raw: a $129 spread, 5.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $31.27
- Grade 8
- $161
- Gem premium
- 5.1×
- As of
- Sep 3, 2026
Break-even by outcome and fee
| If it comes back… | Sells for | Economy / bulk (~$25.00) | Standard (~$50.00) | Express (~$150) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem — Grade 8 | $161 | +$104 | +$79.35 | −$20.65 |
| PSA 8 | $161 | +$104 | +$79.35 | −$20.65 |
Net = sale price − $31.27 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Joe Theismann #74 — FAQ
Is Joe Theismann #74 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Joe Theismann #74 sells for $161 against $31.27 raw: a $129 spread, 5.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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