Is Cortez Kennedy [Platinum Medallion] #P28 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 3.5× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Cortez Kennedy [Platinum Medallion] #P28 sells for $70.00 against $20.25 raw: a $49.75 spread, 3.5× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $20.25
- Grade 8
- $70.00
- Gem premium
- 3.5×
- As of
- Sep 2, 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 | $70.00 | +$24.75 | −$0.25 | −$100 |
| PSA 8 | $70.00 | +$24.75 | −$0.25 | −$100 |
Net = sale price − $20.25 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Cortez Kennedy [Platinum Medallion] #P28 — FAQ
Is Cortez Kennedy [Platinum Medallion] #P28 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Cortez Kennedy [Platinum Medallion] #P28 sells for $70.00 against $20.25 raw: a $49.75 spread, 3.5× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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