Should You Grade Pidgeot ex #225 from Obsidian Flames?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pidgeot ex #225. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 26.4% based on 8,788 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $140.00 vs a raw market of $16.36. Expected value of grading: $-30.56 (-35% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Obsidian Flames · #225 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-31 (-35% ROI)
Based on raw market $16.36, PSA 10 $140.00, gem rate 26.4% (8,788 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pidgeot ex #225 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 | 2,322 | 26.4% |
| PSA 9 | 4,321 | 49.2% |
| PSA 8 | 1,707 | 19.4% |
| PSA 7 | 319 | 3.6% |
