Is Anfernee Hardaway #2 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 4.1× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Anfernee Hardaway #2 sells for $249 against $60.00 raw: a $189 spread, 4.1× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $60.00
- Grade 8
- $249
- Gem premium
- 4.1×
- As of
- Sep 4, 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 | $249 | +$164 | +$139 | +$38.80 |
| PSA 8 | $249 | +$164 | +$139 | +$38.80 |
Net = sale price − $60.00 raw value − fee. Fee tiers are illustrative; plug your grader's current price into the calculator below.
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Grading Anfernee Hardaway #2 — FAQ
Is Anfernee Hardaway #2 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Anfernee Hardaway #2 sells for $249 against $60.00 raw: a $189 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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