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Should you grade it?
Grading can multiply a card's value — or quietly lose you money on fees. Put in the raw value, the top-grade comp, and your odds, and see the expected return before you ship.
“Value if top grade” is the comp for the grade you realistically expect (often PSA 10 / PSA 9). Be conservative on the chance — surface flaws are easy to miss.
Rule of thumb: grade when the top-grade comp is at least ~3–5× your raw + fees, and you're confident in the card's condition. Estimates only — not financial advice.
When grading is worth it
Grading costs a per-card fee plus shipping and insurance, and takes weeks. It pays off when a high grade is both likely and worth a large multiple of the raw price. A common rule of thumb: grade when the top-grade comp is at least 3–5× your all-in cost (raw value + fees) and the card looks clean — sharp corners, no surface scratches, good centering.
Check a card's raw value first with Foilio's free search, and read how card value works.
Estimates for planning only — not financial advice. Grading outcomes vary; be conservative about condition.