Should You Grade Charizard #SM226 from SM Black Star Promos?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Charizard #SM226. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 4.8% based on 3,901 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $6863.51 vs a raw market of $49.00. Expected value of grading: $-139.25 (-21% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
SM Black Star Promos · #SM226 · Promo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-139 (-21% ROI)
Based on raw market $49.00, PSA 10 $6863.51, gem rate 4.8% (3,901 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Charizard #SM226 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 | 186 | 4.8% |
| PSA 9 | 1,581 | 40.5% |
| PSA 8 | 1,074 | 27.5% |
| PSA 7 | 468 | 12.0% |
