Should You Grade Pidgeotto #197 from Paldean Fates?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pidgeotto #197. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 53.8% based on 197 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $68.81 vs a raw market of $5.73. Expected value of grading: $-30.34 (-40% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Paldean Fates · #197 · Shiny Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-30 (-40% ROI)
Based on raw market $5.73, PSA 10 $68.81, gem rate 53.8% (197 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pidgeotto #197 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 | 106 | 53.8% |
| PSA 9 | 84 | 42.6% |
| PSA 8 | 5 | 2.5% |
| PSA 7 | 1 | 0.5% |
