Is Action Picture [M. Balfour, F. Flaman] #21 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 15× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Action Picture [M. Balfour, F. Flaman] #21 sells for $157 against $10.24 raw: a $146 spread, 15× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $10.24
- Grade 8
- $157
- Gem premium
- 15×
- 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 | $157 | +$121 | +$96.44 | −$3.56 |
| PSA 8 | $157 | +$121 | +$96.44 | −$3.56 |
Net = sale price − $10.24 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
Full grade ladder
Raw conditions & history →| Grade | Graded |
|---|---|
| 8 | $157 |
| 7 | $43.80 |
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Grading Action Picture [M. Balfour, F. Flaman] #21 — FAQ
Is Action Picture [M. Balfour, F. Flaman] #21 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Action Picture [M. Balfour, F. Flaman] #21 sells for $157 against $10.24 raw: a $146 spread, 15× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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