Is Drew Brees [Prime Proof Red] #9 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 9.5 Drew Brees [Prime Proof Red] #9 brings $41.00 versus $12.71 raw — a $28.29 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. A PSA 9 ($37.56) only about breaks even after fees, so the case rests on gemming.
- Raw (NM)
- $12.71
- Grade 9.5
- $41.00
- PSA 9
- $37.56
- Gem premium
- 3.2×
- As of
- Sep 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 9.5 | $41.00 | +$3.29 | −$21.71 | −$122 |
| PSA 9 | $37.56 | −$0.15 | −$25.15 | −$125 |
Net = sale price − $12.71 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
Expected value — how often does it need to gem?
| Chance it gems | Expected sale | Expected net (standard fee) |
|---|---|---|
| 25% | $38.42 | −$24.29 |
| 50% | $39.28 | −$23.43 |
| 75% | $40.14 | −$22.57 |
At the standard fee this submission does not break even at any realistic gem rate unless the miss lands above the 9 price.
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Grading Drew Brees [Prime Proof Red] #9 — FAQ
Is Drew Brees [Prime Proof Red] #9 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 Drew Brees [Prime Proof Red] #9 brings $41.00 versus $12.71 raw — a $28.29 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. A PSA 9 ($37.56) only about breaks even after fees, so the case rests on gemming.
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