Should You Grade Blastoise #2 from Base?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Blastoise #2. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 0.8% based on 48,124 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $9375.00 vs a raw market of $108.00. Expected value of grading: $-358.33 (-50% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Base · #2 · Rare Holo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-358 (-50% ROI)
Based on raw market $108.00, PSA 10 $9375.00, gem rate 0.8% (48,124 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Blastoise #2 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 | 382 | 0.8% |
| PSA 9 | 4,887 | 10.2% |
| PSA 8 | 9,768 | 20.3% |
| PSA 7 | 9,098 | 18.9% |
