Is FRANK THOMAS #SS14 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 7.6× premium in Grade 9.5
A Grade 9.5 FRANK THOMAS #SS14 sells for $110 against $14.49 raw: a $95.51 spread, 7.6× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $14.49
- Grade 9.5
- $110
- Gem premium
- 7.6×
- 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 9.5 | $110 | +$70.51 | +$45.51 | −$54.49 |
Net = sale price − $14.49 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading FRANK THOMAS #SS14 — FAQ
Is FRANK THOMAS #SS14 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 FRANK THOMAS #SS14 sells for $110 against $14.49 raw: a $95.51 spread, 7.6× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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