Should You Grade Dark Alakazam #1 from Team Rocket?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Dark Alakazam #1. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 1.4% based on 4,616 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $4999.99 vs a raw market of $55.89. Expected value of grading: $-235.44 (-57% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Team Rocket · #1 · Rare Holo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-235 (-57% ROI)
Based on raw market $55.89, PSA 10 $4999.99, gem rate 1.4% (4,616 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Dark Alakazam #1 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 | 65 | 1.4% |
| PSA 9 | 829 | 18.0% |
| PSA 8 | 1,395 | 30.2% |
| PSA 7 | 953 | 20.6% |