Is Rick Dempsey #427 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 32× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Rick Dempsey #427 sells for $45.00 against $1.39 raw: a $43.61 spread, 32× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $1.39
- Grade 8
- $45.00
- Gem premium
- 32×
- 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 | $45.00 | +$18.61 | −$6.39 | −$106 |
| PSA 8 | $45.00 | +$18.61 | −$6.39 | −$106 |
Net = sale price − $1.39 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Rick Dempsey #427 — FAQ
Is Rick Dempsey #427 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Rick Dempsey #427 sells for $45.00 against $1.39 raw: a $43.61 spread, 32× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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