Is Michael Jordan #MJ11 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 3.7× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Michael Jordan #MJ11 sells for $149 against $40.47 raw: a $108 spread, 3.7× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $40.47
- Grade 8
- $149
- Gem premium
- 3.7×
- 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 | $149 | +$83.27 | +$58.27 | −$41.73 |
| PSA 8 | $149 | +$83.27 | +$58.27 | −$41.73 |
Net = sale price − $40.47 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 | $149 |
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Grading Michael Jordan #MJ11 — FAQ
Is Michael Jordan #MJ11 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Michael Jordan #MJ11 sells for $149 against $40.47 raw: a $108 spread, 3.7× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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