Is Hal Newhouser #98 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 7.0× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Hal Newhouser #98 sells for $24,995 against $3,550 raw: a $21,445 spread, 7.0× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $3,550
- Grade 8
- $24,995
- Gem premium
- 7.0×
- 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 | $24,995 | +$21,420 | +$21,395 | +$21,295 |
| PSA 8 | $24,995 | +$21,420 | +$21,395 | +$21,295 |
Net = sale price − $3,550 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 | $24,995 |
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Grading Hal Newhouser #98 — FAQ
Is Hal Newhouser #98 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Hal Newhouser #98 sells for $24,995 against $3,550 raw: a $21,445 spread, 7.0× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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