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Is Edgar Martinez [Refractor] #38 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 4.2× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Edgar Martinez [Refractor] #38 sells for $108 against $25.63 raw: a $81.87 spread, 4.2× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $25.63
- Grade 8
- $108
- Gem premium
- 4.2×
- 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 | $108 | +$56.87 | +$31.87 | −$68.13 |
| PSA 8 | $108 | +$56.87 | +$31.87 | −$68.13 |
Net = sale price − $25.63 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 | $108 |
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Grading Edgar Martinez [Refractor] #38 — FAQ
Is Edgar Martinez [Refractor] #38 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Edgar Martinez [Refractor] #38 sells for $108 against $25.63 raw: a $81.87 spread, 4.2× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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