Is Charles Barkley #8 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 13× premium in Grade 9.5
A Grade 9.5 Charles Barkley #8 sells for $252 against $20.00 raw: a $232 spread, 13× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $20.00
- Grade 9.5
- $252
- Gem premium
- 13×
- 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 9.5 | $252 | +$207 | +$182 | +$81.50 |
| PSA 8 | $16.50 | −$28.50 | −$53.50 | −$154 |
Net = sale price − $20.00 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 |
|---|---|
| 9.5 | $252 |
| 8 | $16.50 |
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Grading Charles Barkley #8 — FAQ
Is Charles Barkley #8 worth grading?
A Grade 9.5 Charles Barkley #8 sells for $252 against $20.00 raw: a $232 spread, 13× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
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