Should You Grade Pikachu ex #238 from Surging Sparks?
Free PSA grading EV calculator pre-loaded with live market data for Pikachu ex #238. Current PSA 10 gem rate is 35.0% based on 31,122 graded copies. PSA 10 sales average $748.50 vs a raw market of $249.99. Expected value of grading: $122.95 (38% ROI). Verdict: Decent — proceed with caution.
Surging Sparks · #238 · Special Illustration Rare
Default-tier verdict
Decent — proceed with caution+$123 (+38% ROI)
Based on raw market $249.99, PSA 10 $748.50, gem rate 35.0% (31,122 graded). Adjust inputs below for your card's exact condition.
About this calculator
This page computes the expected value (EV) of submitting Pikachu ex #238 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 | 10,892 | 35.0% |
| PSA 9 | 16,022 | 51.5% |
| PSA 8 | 3,563 | 11.4% |
| PSA 7 | 412 | 1.3% |
