Is Ed Reed [Sample] #129 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 6.1× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Ed Reed [Sample] #129 sells for $150 against $24.50 raw: a $125 spread, 6.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $24.50
- Grade 8
- $150
- Gem premium
- 6.1×
- 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 | $150 | +$100 | +$75.49 | −$24.51 |
| PSA 8 | $150 | +$100 | +$75.49 | −$24.51 |
Net = sale price − $24.50 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 | $150 |
| 7 | $130 |
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Grading Ed Reed [Sample] #129 — FAQ
Is Ed Reed [Sample] #129 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Ed Reed [Sample] #129 sells for $150 against $24.50 raw: a $125 spread, 6.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
Is your football card centered well enough to grade?
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