Is Vin Baker [Refractor w Coating] #143 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 4.1× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Vin Baker [Refractor w Coating] #143 sells for $62.00 against $14.99 raw: a $47.01 spread, 4.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $14.99
- Grade 8
- $62.00
- Gem premium
- 4.1×
- 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 | $62.00 | +$22.01 | −$2.99 | −$103 |
| PSA 8 | $62.00 | +$22.01 | −$2.99 | −$103 |
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Grading Vin Baker [Refractor w Coating] #143 — FAQ
Is Vin Baker [Refractor w Coating] #143 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Vin Baker [Refractor w Coating] #143 sells for $62.00 against $14.99 raw: a $47.01 spread, 4.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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