Should You Grade Charizard ex #234 from Paldean Fates?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Charizard ex #234. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 41.5% based on 38,633 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $719.76 vs a raw market of $254.87. Expected value of grading: $112.01 (34% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
Paldean Fates · #234 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$112 (+34% ROI)
Based on raw market $254.87, PSA 10 $719.76, gem rate 41.5% (38,633 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Charizard ex #234 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 | 16,020 | 41.5% |
| PSA 9 | 17,994 | 46.6% |
| PSA 8 | 3,560 | 9.2% |
| PSA 7 | 649 | 1.7% |
