Is Michael Strahan [Gold] #79 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 8.5× premium in Grade 7
A Grade 7 Michael Strahan [Gold] #79 sells for $66.00 against $7.75 raw: a $58.25 spread, 8.5× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $7.75
- Grade 7
- $66.00
- Gem premium
- 8.5×
- As of
- Sep 3, 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 | $66.00 | +$33.25 | +$8.25 | −$91.75 |
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Grading Michael Strahan [Gold] #79 — FAQ
Is Michael Strahan [Gold] #79 worth grading?
A Grade 7 Michael Strahan [Gold] #79 sells for $66.00 against $7.75 raw: a $58.25 spread, 8.5× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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