Should You Grade Caterpie #172 from 151?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Caterpie #172. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 31.4% based on 5,349 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $168.43 vs a raw market of $17.65. Expected value of grading: $-17.10 (-20% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
151 · #172 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-17 (-20% ROI)
Based on raw market $17.65, PSA 10 $168.43, gem rate 31.4% (5,349 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Caterpie #172 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 | 1,678 | 31.4% |
| PSA 9 | 2,747 | 51.4% |
| PSA 8 | 732 | 13.7% |
| PSA 7 | 137 | 2.6% |
