Is Following the Clue #40 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 23× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Following the Clue #40 sells for $288 against $12.50 raw: a $276 spread, 23× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $12.50
- Grade 8
- $288
- Gem premium
- 23×
- As of
- Oct 4, 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 | $288 | +$251 | +$226 | +$126 |
| PSA 8 | $288 | +$251 | +$226 | +$126 |
Net = sale price − $12.50 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Following the Clue #40 — FAQ
Is Following the Clue #40 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Following the Clue #40 sells for $288 against $12.50 raw: a $276 spread, 23× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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