Should You Grade Dark Sandslash #18 from Team Rocket Returns?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Dark Sandslash #18. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 42.2% based on 90 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $302.00 vs a raw market of $14.30. Expected value of grading: $67.03 (80% ROI). Verdict: Grade It.
Team Rocket Returns · #18 · Rare
Default-tier verdict
Grade It+$67 (+80% ROI)
Based on raw market $14.30, PSA 10 $302.00, gem rate 42.2% (90 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Dark Sandslash #18 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 | 38 | 42.2% |
| PSA 9 | 33 | 36.7% |
| PSA 8 | 11 | 12.2% |
| PSA 7 | 5 | 5.6% |
