Is Connor McDavid [Autograph Spectrum] #97 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 9.5 Connor McDavid [Autograph Spectrum] #97 brings $713 versus $456 raw — a $257 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
- Raw (NM)
- $456
- Grade 9.5
- $713
- Gem premium
- 1.6×
- 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 9.5 | $713 | +$232 | +$207 | +$107 |
Net = sale price − $456 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 |
|---|---|
| 9.5 | $713 |
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Grading Connor McDavid [Autograph Spectrum] #97 — FAQ
Is Connor McDavid [Autograph Spectrum] #97 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 Connor McDavid [Autograph Spectrum] #97 brings $713 versus $456 raw — a $257 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
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