Is Clyde Lovellette worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 18× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Clyde Lovellette sells for $133 against $7.51 raw: a $125 spread, 18× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $7.51
- Grade 8
- $133
- Gem premium
- 18×
- As of
- Sep 2, 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 | $133 | +$99.99 | +$74.99 | −$25.01 |
| PSA 8 | $133 | +$99.99 | +$74.99 | −$25.01 |
Net = sale price − $7.51 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Clyde Lovellette — FAQ
Is Clyde Lovellette worth grading?
A Grade 8 Clyde Lovellette sells for $133 against $7.51 raw: a $125 spread, 18× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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