Is Billy Taylor #134 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 456× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Billy Taylor #134 sells for $511 against $1.12 raw: a $510 spread, 456× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $1.12
- Grade 7
- $511
- Gem premium
- 456×
- As of
- Sep 2, 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 | $511 | +$485 | +$460 | +$360 |
Net = sale price − $1.12 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Billy Taylor #134 — FAQ
Is Billy Taylor #134 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Billy Taylor #134 sells for $511 against $1.12 raw: a $510 spread, 456× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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