Is Al Harrington [Row 1] #53 worth grading?
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Strong grading candidate — 13× premium in Grade 8
A Grade 8 Al Harrington [Row 1] #53 sells for $49.95 against $3.75 raw: a $46.20 spread, 13× the ungraded price. Centering is the usual reason a clean copy misses the 10 — measure it before you submit.
- Raw (NM)
- $3.75
- Grade 8
- $49.95
- Gem premium
- 13×
- As of
- Sep 2, 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 | $49.95 | +$21.20 | −$3.80 | −$104 |
| PSA 8 | $49.95 | +$21.20 | −$3.80 | −$104 |
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Grading Al Harrington [Row 1] #53 — FAQ
Is Al Harrington [Row 1] #53 worth grading?
A Grade 8 Al Harrington [Row 1] #53 sells for $49.95 against $3.75 raw: a $46.20 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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