The Grader's Dilemma

Do the math. Should you grade that raw card, or just buy the slab?

Step 1: The Raw Path

Cost of Raw Card ($)

Grading Fee ($)

Shipping & Ins (Both Ways) ($)

Total Cost to Grade Yourself

$50

Price of PSA 8 on eBay ($)

If you buy the slab, you SAVE:

$25

That's more than the cost of the raw card!