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Is Kobe Bryant [Autograph] #A59 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 8 Kobe Bryant [Autograph] #A59 brings $2,765 versus $1,516 raw — a $1,249 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)
- $1,516
- Grade 8
- $2,765
- Gem premium
- 1.8×
- 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 8 | $2,765 | +$1,224 | +$1,199 | +$1,099 |
| PSA 8 | $2,765 | +$1,224 | +$1,199 | +$1,099 |
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Grading Kobe Bryant [Autograph] #A59 — FAQ
Is Kobe Bryant [Autograph] #A59 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Kobe Bryant [Autograph] #A59 brings $2,765 versus $1,516 raw — a $1,249 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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