Should You Grade Pikachu #5 from Celebrations?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu #5. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 2.2% based on 41,132 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $1244.59 vs a raw market of $5.98. Expected value of grading: $-48.04 (-50% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Celebrations · #5 · Rare Holo
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-48 (-50% ROI)
Based on raw market $5.98, PSA 10 $1244.59, gem rate 2.2% (41,132 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu #5 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 | 897 | 2.2% |
| PSA 9 | 11,789 | 28.7% |
| PSA 8 | 18,700 | 45.5% |
| PSA 7 | 7,059 | 17.2% |
