Should You Grade Dragonair #18 from Base?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Dragonair #18. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 13.1% based on 2,378 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $457.75 vs a raw market of $10.44. Expected value of grading: $23.00 (29% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
Base · #18 · Rare
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$23 (+29% ROI)
Based on raw market $10.44, PSA 10 $457.75, gem rate 13.1% (2,378 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Dragonair #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 | 311 | 13.1% |
| PSA 9 | 756 | 31.8% |
| PSA 8 | 506 | 21.3% |
| PSA 7 | 319 | 13.4% |
