Should You Grade Pikachu ex #277 from Ascended Heroes?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu ex #277. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 61.4% based on 2,186 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $606.00 vs a raw market of $261.13. Expected value of grading: $153.47 (46% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
Ascended Heroes · #277 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$153 (+46% ROI)
Based on raw market $261.13, PSA 10 $606.00, gem rate 61.4% (2,186 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu ex #277 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 | 1,342 | 61.4% |
| PSA 9 | 751 | 34.4% |
| PSA 8 | 78 | 3.6% |
| PSA 7 | 6 | 0.3% |
