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Is LeBron James [Gold Proof] #118 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 8 LeBron James [Gold Proof] #118 brings $2,529 versus $1,337 raw — a $1,192 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)
- $1,337
- Grade 8
- $2,529
- Gem premium
- 1.9×
- As of
- Jul 11, 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 | $2,529 | +$1,167 | +$1,142 | +$1,042 |
| PSA 8 | $2,529 | +$1,167 | +$1,142 | +$1,042 |
Net = sale price − $1,337 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading LeBron James [Gold Proof] #118 — FAQ
Is LeBron James [Gold Proof] #118 worth grading?
A Grade 8 LeBron James [Gold Proof] #118 brings $2,529 versus $1,337 raw — a $1,192 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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