Is Punch Imlach #38 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 7.1× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Punch Imlach #38 sells for $74.99 against $10.61 raw: a $64.38 spread, 7.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $10.61
- Grade 8
- $74.99
- Gem premium
- 7.1×
- As of
- Sep 3, 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 | $74.99 | +$39.38 | +$14.38 | −$85.62 |
| PSA 8 | $74.99 | +$39.38 | +$14.38 | −$85.62 |
Net = sale price − $10.61 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Punch Imlach #38 — FAQ
Is Punch Imlach #38 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Punch Imlach #38 sells for $74.99 against $10.61 raw: a $64.38 spread, 7.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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