Is Jimmy Smith #51 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 2076× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Jimmy Smith #51 sells for $3,716 against $1.79 raw: a $3,714 spread, 2076× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $1.79
- Grade 7
- $3,716
- Gem premium
- 2076×
- 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 | $3,716 | +$3,689 | +$3,664 | +$3,564 |
Net = sale price − $1.79 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Jimmy Smith #51 — FAQ
Is Jimmy Smith #51 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Jimmy Smith #51 sells for $3,716 against $1.79 raw: a $3,714 spread, 2076× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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