Is Frank Thomas [Grand Finale] #17 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 4.7× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Frank Thomas [Grand Finale] #17 sells for $3,710 against $782 raw: a $2,928 spread, 4.7× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $782
- Grade 8
- $3,710
- Gem premium
- 4.7×
- 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 | $3,710 | +$2,903 | +$2,878 | +$2,778 |
| PSA 8 | $3,710 | +$2,903 | +$2,878 | +$2,778 |
Net = sale price − $782 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 | $3,710 |
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Grading Frank Thomas [Grand Finale] #17 — FAQ
Is Frank Thomas [Grand Finale] #17 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Frank Thomas [Grand Finale] #17 sells for $3,710 against $782 raw: a $2,928 spread, 4.7× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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