Should You Grade Charmander #168 from 151?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Charmander #168. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 24.2% based on 36,162 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $567.25 vs a raw market of $85.00. Expected value of grading: $55.85 (36% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
151 · #168 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$56 (+36% ROI)
Based on raw market $85.00, PSA 10 $567.25, gem rate 24.2% (36,162 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Charmander #168 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 | 8,740 | 24.2% |
| PSA 9 | 18,916 | 52.3% |
| PSA 8 | 6,667 | 18.4% |
| PSA 7 | 1,319 | 3.6% |