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Should You Grade Electrode (18)? — Complete Grading Analysis

Electrode (18) grading analysis

Raw price: $4.74 | PSA 10 value: $245.78 | PSA 9 value: $80.22 | Gem rate: 25.0% | PSA population: 4

Verdict: Grade It — good potential with quality copies

Expected value after grading: $93.13 | Expected ROI: 134% | Grading cost (PSA Economy + shipping): $35

Grading Service Cost Comparison

ServiceCostTurnaround
PSA Economy$20 + $15 shipping150+ days
PSA Regular$50 + $15 shipping65 days
PSA Express$100 + $15 shipping20 days
BGS Standard$22 + $15 shipping45 days
CGC Economy$18 + $15 shipping120+ days

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I grade Electrode (18)?

Grade It — good potential with quality copies. Electrode (18) raw price is $4.74, PSA 10 is worth $245.78, gem rate is 25.0%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 134%.

What is Electrode (18) worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Electrode (18) is currently valued at $245.78, compared to $4.74 raw.

Is Electrode (18) grading worth it?

Grade It — good potential with quality copies. The expected return of 134% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Electrode (18)?

PSA Economy: ~$20 (150+ days), Regular: ~$50 (65 days), Express: ~$100 (20 days). BGS Standard: ~$22 (45 days). CGC Economy: ~$18. Add ~$15 for shipping each way.

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