Is Melchionni 7A, Daniels 8A, Freeman 9A worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 43× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Melchionni 7A, Daniels 8A, Freeman 9A sells for $250 against $5.81 raw: a $244 spread, 43× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $5.81
- Grade 8
- $250
- Gem premium
- 43×
- As of
- Jul 11, 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 | $250 | +$219 | +$194 | +$94.19 |
| PSA 8 | $250 | +$219 | +$194 | +$94.19 |
Net = sale price − $5.81 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Raw conditions & history →| Grade | Graded |
|---|---|
| 8 | $250 |
| 7 | $25.94 |
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Grading Melchionni 7A, Daniels 8A, Freeman 9A — FAQ
Is Melchionni 7A, Daniels 8A, Freeman 9A worth grading?
A Grade 8 Melchionni 7A, Daniels 8A, Freeman 9A sells for $250 against $5.81 raw: a $244 spread, 43× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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