Grade my Lou Brock RC

Originally Posted by wilkiebaby11

I appreciate all of the responses.

It's currently in a pre half grade PSA holder... 7 NM. There is definitely no staining and I am surprised some thought it was a 5! I was considering resubmitting it for a half point bump. Price on a 7 NM is about $200 vs $800 for a 8 NM-MT. I think it might be worth the time and investment to try for a half point bump.

The perception of grade is subjective, its just a number. A card or anything is worth what a person or collector is willing to pay for it at that time

[MattyC]

Originally Posted by rgpete

The perception of grade is subjective, its just a number. A card or anything is worth what a person or collector is willing to pay for it at that time

Amen to that!

[glynparson]

I dont see that doing any better than a 7.5. Back in the day it had a shot at an 8 but they are VERY tough on stray print at this time.

[Leon]

This discussion reminds me of why I don't generally collect higher grade cards. That is a beautiful card and could be anywhere from a 6.5 - 8.0. And the difference in price, I am sure, is a lot.

[MattyC]

Originally Posted by Leon

This discussion reminds me of why I don't generally collect higher grade cards. That is a beautiful card and could be anywhere from a 6.5 - 8.0. And the difference in price, I am sure, is a lot.

Leon, I could not agree more and am the exact same way. You see a card like that Brock and realize you can have that card and more beautiful cards, or you can spend way, way more to have a Brock that looks identical-- or in some cases worse!-- but has a higher number printed on a sticker.

I love it when I hear guys say, "I'm looking for this in an 8 or higher..." because it means less people shopping in the lower grades for hidden gems