Is Derek Jeter [Aspirations] #40 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 7.3× premium in Grade 9.5
A Grade 9.5 Derek Jeter [Aspirations] #40 sells for $150 against $20.64 raw: a $129 spread, 7.3× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $20.64
- Grade 9.5
- $150
- Gem premium
- 7.3×
- 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 9.5 | $150 | +$104 | +$79.36 | −$20.64 |
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Is Derek Jeter [Aspirations] #40 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 Derek Jeter [Aspirations] #40 sells for $150 against $20.64 raw: a $129 spread, 7.3× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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