Should You Grade Pikachu #1 from Wizards Black Star Promos?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #1. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 8.0% based on 4,598 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $880.00 vs a raw market of $30.00. Expected value of grading: $95.45 (95% ROI). Verdict: Grade It.
Wizards Black Star Promos · #1 · Promo
Default-tier verdict
Grade It+$95 (+95% ROI)
Based on raw market $30.00, PSA 10 $880.00, gem rate 8.0% (4,598 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #1 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 | 367 | 8.0% |
| PSA 9 | 1,301 | 28.3% |
| PSA 8 | 1,367 | 29.7% |
| PSA 7 | 760 | 16.5% |
