Should You Grade Articuno #161 from Journey Together?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Articuno #161. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 29.8% based on 26,034 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $193.23 vs a raw market of $20.00. Expected value of grading: $-12.12 (-13% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Journey Together · #161 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-12 (-13% ROI)
Based on raw market $20.00, PSA 10 $193.23, gem rate 29.8% (26,034 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Articuno #161 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 | 7,746 | 29.8% |
| PSA 9 | 14,288 | 54.9% |
| PSA 8 | 3,331 | 12.8% |
| PSA 7 | 468 | 1.8% |
