Is McBride, Elberfeld worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 24× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 McBride, Elberfeld sells for $1,080 against $45.25 raw: a $1,035 spread, 24× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $45.25
- Grade 8
- $1,080
- Gem premium
- 24×
- 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 | $1,080 | +$1,010 | +$985 | +$885 |
| PSA 8 | $1,080 | +$1,010 | +$985 | +$885 |
Net = sale price − $45.25 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 | $1,080 |
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Grading McBride, Elberfeld — FAQ
Is McBride, Elberfeld worth grading?
A Grade 8 McBride, Elberfeld sells for $1,080 against $45.25 raw: a $1,035 spread, 24× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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