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Trading Card Grade Value Jump Calculator
How much a PSA or BGS grade affects a collectible card's value.
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The grading value ladder
A PSA 10 typically sells for 5–10× more than raw. PSA 9 is 2–3× raw. PSA 8 is 1.5–2×. Below PSA 7, grading typically destroys value — ungraded sells better. For high-value cards ($200+ raw), the PSA 10 premium is extraordinary.
Is it worth grading?
Do the math: if a card is worth $50 raw and you expect PSA 9 (3× = $150), profit after $25 submission is $75. But wait times can be 6–12 months, and grade predictions are uncertain. Only grade cards where the upside significantly exceeds grading cost and risk.
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How much does PSA grading cost?▾
Standard PSA grading is $25/card (6-month turnaround). Fast turnaround costs $75–150/card. Walk-through services run $500+/card. Economy tiers at $12/card have 12+ month waits.
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