Is Preston Ward [.990/ .992 Field Avg.] #139 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 13× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Preston Ward [.990/ .992 Field Avg.] #139 sells for $61.00 against $4.65 raw: a $56.35 spread, 13× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $4.65
- Grade 7
- $61.00
- Gem premium
- 13×
- As of
- Sep 3, 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 | $61.00 | +$31.35 | +$6.35 | −$93.65 |
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Grading Preston Ward [.990/ .992 Field Avg.] #139 — FAQ
Is Preston Ward [.990/ .992 Field Avg.] #139 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Preston Ward [.990/ .992 Field Avg.] #139 sells for $61.00 against $4.65 raw: a $56.35 spread, 13× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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