Should You Grade Magcargo-GX #218 from Lost Thunder?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Magcargo-GX #218. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 27.8% based on 187 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $246.01 vs a raw market of $14.43. Expected value of grading: $2.63 (3% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Lost Thunder · #218 · Rare Rainbow
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw+$3 (+3% ROI)
Based on raw market $14.43, PSA 10 $246.01, gem rate 27.8% (187 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Magcargo-GX #218 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 | 52 | 27.8% |
| PSA 9 | 72 | 38.5% |
| PSA 8 | 51 | 27.3% |
| PSA 7 | 11 | 5.9% |
