Should You Grade Pidgey #196 from Paldean Fates?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pidgey #196. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 56.4% based on 397 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $118.99 vs a raw market of $6.65. Expected value of grading: $-0.27 (-0% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Paldean Fates · #196 · Shiny Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-0 (-0% ROI)
Based on raw market $6.65, PSA 10 $118.99, gem rate 56.4% (397 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pidgey #196 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 | 224 | 56.4% |
| PSA 9 | 161 | 40.6% |
| PSA 8 | 10 | 2.5% |
| PSA 7 | 2 | 0.5% |
