Is David West #143 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 41× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 David West #143 sells for $355 against $8.61 raw: a $346 spread, 41× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $8.61
- Grade 8
- $355
- Gem premium
- 41×
- 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 | $355 | +$321 | +$296 | +$196 |
| PSA 8 | $355 | +$321 | +$296 | +$196 |
Net = sale price − $8.61 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 | $355 |
| 7 | $284 |
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Grading David West #143 — FAQ
Is David West #143 worth grading?
A Grade 8 David West #143 sells for $355 against $8.61 raw: a $346 spread, 41× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
Is your basketball card centered well enough to grade?
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