Is Steve Smith [Sample] #190 worth grading?
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Worth grading only if it gems
A Grade 8 Steve Smith [Sample] #190 brings $48.74 versus $20.72 raw — a $28.02 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
- Raw (NM)
- $20.72
- Grade 8
- $48.74
- Gem premium
- 2.4×
- 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 8 | $48.74 | +$3.02 | −$21.98 | −$122 |
| PSA 8 | $48.74 | +$3.02 | −$21.98 | −$122 |
Net = sale price − $20.72 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Steve Smith [Sample] #190 — FAQ
Is Steve Smith [Sample] #190 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Steve Smith [Sample] #190 brings $48.74 versus $20.72 raw — a $28.02 spread that covers an economy-tier ~$25 grading fee. Without PSA 9 sales on record, budget for the fee being lost on a near-miss.
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