Is Larry Lajoie #173 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 6.2× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Larry Lajoie #173 sells for $582 against $94.13 raw: a $488 spread, 6.2× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $94.13
- Grade 7
- $582
- Gem premium
- 6.2×
- 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 7 | $582 | +$463 | +$438 | +$338 |
Net = sale price − $94.13 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 |
|---|---|
| 7 | $582 |
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Grading Larry Lajoie #173 — FAQ
Is Larry Lajoie #173 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Larry Lajoie #173 sells for $582 against $94.13 raw: a $488 spread, 6.2× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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