Is Montario Hardesty [Autograph] #C168 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 14× premium in Grade 9.5
A Grade 9.5 Montario Hardesty [Autograph] #C168 sells for $44.55 against $3.29 raw: a $41.26 spread, 14× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $3.29
- Grade 9.5
- $44.55
- Gem premium
- 14×
- 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 | $44.55 | +$16.26 | −$8.74 | −$109 |
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Grading Montario Hardesty [Autograph] #C168 — FAQ
Is Montario Hardesty [Autograph] #C168 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 Montario Hardesty [Autograph] #C168 sells for $44.55 against $3.29 raw: a $41.26 spread, 14× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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