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Is Carlos Baerga [Refractor] #26 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 8 Carlos Baerga [Refractor] #26 brings $46.00 versus $18.38 raw — a $27.62 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)
- $18.38
- Grade 8
- $46.00
- Gem premium
- 2.5×
- 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 8 | $46.00 | +$2.62 | −$22.38 | −$122 |
| PSA 8 | $46.00 | +$2.62 | −$22.38 | −$122 |
Net = sale price − $18.38 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 |
|---|---|
| 8 | $46.00 |
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Grading Carlos Baerga [Refractor] #26 — FAQ
Is Carlos Baerga [Refractor] #26 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Carlos Baerga [Refractor] #26 brings $46.00 versus $18.38 raw — a $27.62 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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