Is Yadier Molina #17 worth grading?
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Grading rarely pays for this card
Grade 8 copies of Yadier Molina #17 sell for $13.29, only $7.65 above the $5.64 raw price — less than an economy-tier grading fee. Keep it raw unless you are grading for the slab itself.
- Raw (NM)
- $5.64
- Grade 8
- $13.29
- Gem premium
- 2.4×
- 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 | $13.29 | −$17.35 | −$42.35 | −$142 |
| PSA 8 | $13.29 | −$17.35 | −$42.35 | −$142 |
Net = sale price − $5.64 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 | $13.29 |
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Grading Yadier Molina #17 — FAQ
Is Yadier Molina #17 worth grading?
Grade 8 copies of Yadier Molina #17 sell for $13.29, only $7.65 above the $5.64 raw price — less than an economy-tier grading fee. Keep it raw unless you are grading for the slab itself.
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