Should You Grade Hydreigon ex #240 from Surging Sparks?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Hydreigon ex #240. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 38.2% based on 9,416 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $98.00 vs a raw market of $29.61. Expected value of grading: $-39.86 (-40% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Surging Sparks · #240 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-40 (-40% ROI)
Based on raw market $29.61, PSA 10 $98.00, gem rate 38.2% (9,416 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Hydreigon ex #240 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 | 3,593 | 38.2% |
| PSA 9 | 4,848 | 51.5% |
| PSA 8 | 844 | 9.0% |
| PSA 7 | 66 | 0.7% |