Is Sage [Red] #157 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 31× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Sage [Red] #157 sells for $96.75 against $3.12 raw: a $93.63 spread, 31× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $3.12
- Grade 7
- $96.75
- Gem premium
- 31×
- As of
- Oct 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 | $96.75 | +$68.63 | +$43.63 | −$56.37 |
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Grading Sage [Red] #157 — FAQ
Is Sage [Red] #157 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Sage [Red] #157 sells for $96.75 against $3.12 raw: a $93.63 spread, 31× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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