Is Ed Lopat [Gray Back] #5 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 7 Ed Lopat [Gray Back] #5 brings $33.00 versus $3.40 raw — a $29.60 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
- Raw (NM)
- $3.40
- Grade 7
- $33.00
- Gem premium
- 9.7×
- 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 | $33.00 | +$4.60 | −$20.40 | −$120 |
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Grading Ed Lopat [Gray Back] #5 — FAQ
Is Ed Lopat [Gray Back] #5 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Ed Lopat [Gray Back] #5 brings $33.00 versus $3.40 raw — a $29.60 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
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