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Is Luke Sewell [Sample] #5 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 9.4× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Luke Sewell [Sample] #5 sells for $150 against $15.95 raw: a $134 spread, 9.4× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $15.95
- Grade 7
- $150
- Gem premium
- 9.4×
- 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 7 | $150 | +$109 | +$84.05 | −$15.95 |
Net = sale price − $15.95 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Luke Sewell [Sample] #5 — FAQ
Is Luke Sewell [Sample] #5 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Luke Sewell [Sample] #5 sells for $150 against $15.95 raw: a $134 spread, 9.4× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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