Should You Grade Articuno #17 from Fossil?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Articuno #17. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 8.0% based on 1,347 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $172.50 vs a raw market of $7.97. Expected value of grading: $-36.59 (-47% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Fossil · #17 · Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-37 (-47% ROI)
Based on raw market $7.97, PSA 10 $172.50, gem rate 8.0% (1,347 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Articuno #17 to PSA for grading. EV factors in real PSA population data (gem rates), live market prices for raw and graded copies, and PSA's tiered fee structure including upcharges when a card's graded value exceeds the tier's Max Insured Value. Adjust the inputs to match your card's exact condition for a personalized recommendation.
PSA population summary
| Grade | Population | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| PSA 10 | 108 | 8.0% |
| PSA 9 | 372 | 27.6% |
| PSA 8 | 319 | 23.7% |
| PSA 7 | 195 | 14.5% |
