Should You Grade Pikachu ex #219 from Surging Sparks?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu ex #219. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 42.6% based on 21,201 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $144.50 vs a raw market of $25.99. Expected value of grading: $-9.95 (-10% ROI). Verdict: Sell raw.
Surging Sparks · #219 · Ultra Rare
Default-tier verdict
Sell raw$-10 (-10% ROI)
Based on raw market $25.99, PSA 10 $144.50, gem rate 42.6% (21,201 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu ex #219 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 | 9,028 | 42.6% |
| PSA 9 | 10,200 | 48.1% |
| PSA 8 | 1,661 | 7.8% |
| PSA 7 | 159 | 0.7% |
