Is Michael Bourn #471 worth grading?
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Grading rarely pays for this card
Grade 9.5 copies of Michael Bourn #471 sell for $14.03, only $13.78 above the $0.25 raw price — less than an economy-tier grading fee. Keep it raw unless you are grading for the slab itself.
- Raw (NM)
- $0.25
- Grade 9.5
- $14.03
- Gem premium
- 56×
- 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 9.5 | $14.03 | −$11.22 | −$36.22 | −$136 |
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Grading Michael Bourn #471 — FAQ
Is Michael Bourn #471 worth grading?
Grade 9.5 copies of Michael Bourn #471 sell for $14.03, only $13.78 above the $0.25 raw price — less than an economy-tier grading fee. Keep it raw unless you are grading for the slab itself.
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