Is Jim Ray #242 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 37× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Jim Ray #242 sells for $58.13 against $1.57 raw: a $56.56 spread, 37× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $1.57
- Grade 8
- $58.13
- Gem premium
- 37×
- 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 8 | $58.13 | +$31.56 | +$6.56 | −$93.44 |
| PSA 8 | $58.13 | +$31.56 | +$6.56 | −$93.44 |
Net = sale price − $1.57 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Jim Ray #242 — FAQ
Is Jim Ray #242 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Jim Ray #242 sells for $58.13 against $1.57 raw: a $56.56 spread, 37× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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