Should You Grade Phanpy #205 from Surging Sparks?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Phanpy #205. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 35.3% based on 3,580 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $94.88 vs a raw market of $8.57. Expected value of grading: $-31.08 (-40% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Surging Sparks · #205 · Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-31 (-40% ROI)
Based on raw market $8.57, PSA 10 $94.88, gem rate 35.3% (3,580 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Phanpy #205 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 | 1,264 | 35.3% |
| PSA 9 | 1,933 | 54.0% |
| PSA 8 | 331 | 9.2% |
| PSA 7 | 30 | 0.8% |
