Should You Grade Charmeleon #169 from 151?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Charmeleon #169. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 24.3% based on 30,897 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $405.00 vs a raw market of $54.00. Expected value of grading: $28.60 (23% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
151 · #169 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$29 (+23% ROI)
Based on raw market $54.00, PSA 10 $405.00, gem rate 24.3% (30,897 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Charmeleon #169 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 | 7,512 | 24.3% |
| PSA 9 | 16,709 | 54.1% |
| PSA 8 | 5,597 | 18.1% |
| PSA 7 | 781 | 2.5% |
