Is Gaylord Perry #285 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 22× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Gaylord Perry #285 sells for $117 against $5.40 raw: a $112 spread, 22× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $5.40
- Grade 8
- $117
- Gem premium
- 22×
- As of
- Sep 4, 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 | $117 | +$86.60 | +$61.60 | −$38.40 |
| PSA 8 | $117 | +$86.60 | +$61.60 | −$38.40 |
Net = sale price − $5.40 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Gaylord Perry #285 — FAQ
Is Gaylord Perry #285 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Gaylord Perry #285 sells for $117 against $5.40 raw: a $112 spread, 22× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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