Is Magic Johnson #177 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 9.7× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Magic Johnson #177 sells for $158 against $16.17 raw: a $141 spread, 9.7× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $16.17
- Grade 8
- $158
- Gem premium
- 9.7×
- 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 8 | $158 | +$116 | +$91.33 | −$8.67 |
| PSA 8 | $158 | +$116 | +$91.33 | −$8.67 |
Net = sale price − $16.17 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Magic Johnson #177 — FAQ
Is Magic Johnson #177 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Magic Johnson #177 sells for $158 against $16.17 raw: a $141 spread, 9.7× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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