Is DeMeco Ryans [Gold Medallion] #255 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 9.5 DeMeco Ryans [Gold Medallion] #255 brings $29.24 versus $1.66 raw — a $27.58 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)
- $1.66
- Grade 9.5
- $29.24
- Gem premium
- 18×
- 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 9.5 | $29.24 | +$2.58 | −$22.42 | −$122 |
Net = sale price − $1.66 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading DeMeco Ryans [Gold Medallion] #255 — FAQ
Is DeMeco Ryans [Gold Medallion] #255 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 DeMeco Ryans [Gold Medallion] #255 brings $29.24 versus $1.66 raw — a $27.58 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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