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Is John Smoltz [Black Refractor] #18 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 6.1× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 John Smoltz [Black Refractor] #18 sells for $98.40 against $16.22 raw: a $82.18 spread, 6.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $16.22
- Grade 8
- $98.40
- Gem premium
- 6.1×
- 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 | $98.40 | +$57.18 | +$32.18 | −$67.82 |
| PSA 8 | $98.40 | +$57.18 | +$32.18 | −$67.82 |
Net = sale price − $16.22 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 | $98.40 |
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Grading John Smoltz [Black Refractor] #18 — FAQ
Is John Smoltz [Black Refractor] #18 worth grading?
A Grade 8 John Smoltz [Black Refractor] #18 sells for $98.40 against $16.22 raw: a $82.18 spread, 6.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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