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Is Bobby Shantz [Gray Back] #21 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 18× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Bobby Shantz [Gray Back] #21 sells for $150 against $8.30 raw: a $142 spread, 18× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $8.30
- Grade 7
- $150
- Gem premium
- 18×
- 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 | $150 | +$117 | +$91.70 | −$8.30 |
Net = sale price − $8.30 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 | $150 |
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Grading Bobby Shantz [Gray Back] #21 — FAQ
Is Bobby Shantz [Gray Back] #21 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Bobby Shantz [Gray Back] #21 sells for $150 against $8.30 raw: a $142 spread, 18× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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