Is Trap for the Riddler #45 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 63× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Trap for the Riddler #45 sells for $300 against $4.74 raw: a $295 spread, 63× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $4.74
- Grade 8
- $300
- Gem premium
- 63×
- 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 | $300 | +$270 | +$245 | +$145 |
| PSA 8 | $300 | +$270 | +$245 | +$145 |
Net = sale price − $4.74 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Trap for the Riddler #45 — FAQ
Is Trap for the Riddler #45 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Trap for the Riddler #45 sells for $300 against $4.74 raw: a $295 spread, 63× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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