Should You Grade Chien-Pao ex #242 from Paldean Fates?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Chien-Pao ex #242. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 28.6% based on 784 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $99.03 vs a raw market of $9.50. Expected value of grading: $-39.86 (-50% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Paldean Fates · #242 · Hyper Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-40 (-50% ROI)
Based on raw market $9.50, PSA 10 $99.03, gem rate 28.6% (784 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Chien-Pao ex #242 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 | 224 | 28.6% |
| PSA 9 | 452 | 57.7% |
| PSA 8 | 81 | 10.3% |
| PSA 7 | 14 | 1.8% |
