Is Sam Cassell Gold Refractor #19 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 8 Sam Cassell Gold Refractor #19 brings $370 versus $261 raw — a $109 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)
- $261
- Grade 8
- $370
- Gem premium
- 1.4×
- As of
- Jul 11, 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 | $370 | +$83.63 | +$58.63 | −$41.37 |
| PSA 8 | $370 | +$83.63 | +$58.63 | −$41.37 |
Net = sale price − $261 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Raw conditions & history →| Grade | Graded |
|---|---|
| 8 | $370 |
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Grading Sam Cassell Gold Refractor #19 — FAQ
Is Sam Cassell Gold Refractor #19 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Sam Cassell Gold Refractor #19 brings $370 versus $261 raw — a $109 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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