Should You Grade Pichu #28 from HeartGold & SoulSilver?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pichu #28. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 3.9% based on 255 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $137.00 vs a raw market of $10.54. Expected value of grading: $9.47 (12% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
HeartGold & SoulSilver · #28 · Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw+$9 (+12% ROI)
Based on raw market $10.54, PSA 10 $137.00, gem rate 3.9% (255 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pichu #28 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 | 10 | 3.9% |
| PSA 9 | 107 | 42.0% |
| PSA 8 | 76 | 29.8% |
| PSA 7 | 34 | 13.3% |
