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Is Lionel Messi [Sapphire] #13 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 7 Lionel Messi [Sapphire] #13 brings $2,750 versus $2,250 raw — a $500 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)
- $2,250
- Grade 7
- $2,750
- Gem premium
- 1.2×
- As of
- Sep 4, 2026
Break-even by outcome and fee
| If it comes back… | Sells for | Economy / bulk (~$25.00) | Standard (~$50.00) | Express (~$150) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gem — Grade 7 | $2,750 | +$475 | +$450 | +$350 |
Net = sale price − $2,250 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Lionel Messi [Sapphire] #13 — FAQ
Is Lionel Messi [Sapphire] #13 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Lionel Messi [Sapphire] #13 brings $2,750 versus $2,250 raw — a $500 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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