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Is the 1999 UD Choice Starquest Tony Gwynn #SQ8 worth grading?
Live market numbers as of 2026-10-21 — raw vs. graded value, PSA 10 gem rate, and the breakeven math.
Raw value
$2.47
PSA 10 value
$62.76
PSA 10 gem rate
0%
Based on the numbers below, this card is likely not worth grading at current prices — even a PSA 10 result loses an estimated $34 after costs.
The breakeven math
| Line item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Raw purchase | $2.47 |
| Sales tax (8%) | $0.20 |
| Grading fee (priority tier) | $80.00 |
| Shipping | $5.00 |
| Total cost basis | $87.67 |
| Net at PSA 10 (85% payout) | −$34.32 (-39%) |
Assumptions: $80 grading, $5 shipping, 8% tax on the raw purchase, and keeping 85% of the sale after marketplace fees. Your numbers will differ — run them below.
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