Academy Rector #1
Magic: The Gathering · Urza's Destiny
Academy Rector PSA 10 price and graded values
| Grade | Price | vs. ungraded |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $74.21 | — |
| PSA 8 | $72.02 | 1.0× |
| PSA 9 | $80.18 | 1.1× |
| PSA 10 | $209.87 | 2.8× |
| BGS 10 | $273.00 | 3.7× |
| CGC 10 | $295.00 | 4.0× |
Graded and ungraded sale prices from PriceCharting, updated November 2, 2026. The TCGplayer market price above is a separate listing average and can differ.
Is Academy Rector #1 worth grading?
Worth it for top-condition copies. A PSA 10 adds about $135.66 over the ungraded price of $74.21. A PSA 9 is around $80.18. That margin can disappear after fees if the card grades a 9 or lower, so pre-grade it first.
What to check before grading Academy Rector
- Edges and corners: dark borders make chipping and corner whitening easy to see, and graders mark them down quickly.
- Surface: tilt the card under a bright light to catch print lines, scratches, and indents that a straight-on photo misses.
- Centering: PSA 10 allows roughly 55/45 to 60/40 on the front and 75/25 on the back.
Measure the borders with the card centering calculator, or read the AI card grading guide.
Academy Rector grading FAQ
How much is Academy Rector #1 worth in PSA 10?
Academy Rector #1 from Urza's Destiny sells for about $209.87 in PSA 10 and $80.18 in PSA 9, compared with about $74.21 ungraded.
Is Academy Rector #1 worth grading?
Worth it for top-condition copies. A PSA 10 adds about $135.66 over the ungraded price of $74.21. A PSA 9 is around $80.18. That margin can disappear after fees if the card grades a 9 or lower, so pre-grade it first.
How can I check my Academy Rector before grading?
Photograph the front and back in even light and run a free AI pre-grade with Card Grading AI. It scores centering, corners, edges, and surface so you can decide whether the card is worth submitting to PSA, BGS, or CGC.
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